(EMAILWIRE.COM, November 09, 2011 ) Highland, CA - SlimyBookworm.com has released a collection of high quality, wholesome books for young children of all ages. Their kids bookstore at their website, SlimyBookworm.com, offers book lists by age, category, and even a free gift suggestion service. They feature articles and resources, discounts via their email list, a blog to stay up to date, and much more. Parenting books are also available on their website.
"The truth is that SlimyBookworm.com is a small online independent bookstore that offers books for young children. where the market forces
favor the mega bookstores. Most independent booksellers I know are not in it for the money. They are passionate about books and literacy and bookselling is a labor of love, " says Bola Ajumobi, Founder of SlimyBookworm.com
SlimyBookworm.com is the premiere online children's bookstore touting themselves as "The destination for books kids love." The company was started by a mom who had done her research to find wholesome, cheerful books for kids. She realized her collection may be helpful for other parents and caregivers. The stories and characters that books provide bring out a sense of wonderment and imagination in kids making them great gifts for grandchildren, Godchildren and more. The website is well-organized, easy to navigate, and the embedded shopping cart makes shopping easy! No doubt children and parents alike will enjoy browsing the pages and discovering new books.
"I grew up surrounded by books for young children. I just love the printed word! Kids growing up in this era unfortunately are fast losing the love for books and reading. They are more consumed and distracted with electronic gadgets and toys. Their vocabulary and imagination has suffered as a result of this," says Ajumobi.
The company also supports literacy efforts by giving to charity. Up to 20 percent of proceeds go to fund literacy efforts among the undeserved regions of the United States and Internationally.
About Slimy Bookworm:
SlimyBookworm.com was founded in 2010 and is based in Highland, California.
SlimyBookworm.com is the premiere online children’s bookstore and take pride in being “The destination for books kids love!"
It all started with a book-loving mom with a son who shared her insatiable appetite for books! Knowing that the effort put into exploring and acquiring wholesome books for her son could come handy for that parent, grandparent or Godparent looking to unleash the imagination of the kids in the lives through books, she started SlimyBookworm.com.