Local author Crystel Patterson visited Rancho Cordova’s Cordova Villa Elementary School on May 20. Photo courtesy of United Way California Capital Region

RANCHO CORDOVA, CA (MPG) - Local author Crystel Patterson visited Rancho Cordova’s Cordova Villa Elementary School on May 20 to read her book “I am Different” to third graders and talk about her book series, “Inspired to Be…”. 

Each child received a copy of the book, and volunteers then visited other classrooms to read to students and deliver books to each child. The event was part of United Way Kids Read, a partnership with school districts across the region to provide book readings and free books to elementary school children throughout the spring.

United Way California Capital Region has been a driving force across the region for more than 100 years, listening, responding and taking comprehensive action to meet local needs. From advancing youth opportunities and helping kids excel in school, to strengthening local communities and investing in families’ financial security and health, United Way mobilizes communities to build a future where everyone can reach their full potential and thrive. Working across Amador, El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento and Yolo counties, the local United Way provides books and literacy tutoring, addresses housing and food security, leads the region’s largest tax preparation initiative, works with foster youth across school districts, launched the region’s first guaranteed income program and leads the Community Schools initiative in West Sacramento. To make a donation visit www.YourLocalUnitedWay.org.