TODAY is World Book Day and Hereford Library is celebrating with a special free bounce and rhyme session with Book Start Bear, suitable for babies and toddlers and running from 2.15pm to 2.45pm.

A £1 book token will be given to every child to exchange for a free World Book Day title or to spend on another book.

“We love encouraging young readers and would recommend getting your baby a library card as soon as you can. There are no fines or charges for under 5s and bounce and rhyme sessions are a perfect way to introduce your baby to the world of books and libraries," says librarian Anne-Marie Dossett.

"Children who use libraries are twice as likely to be above average readers, and our event is a fun way to get local children’s imaginations fired up and encourage them to become avid readers."

For the latest news and updates about World Book Day, visit worldbookday.com.

For further information about your library visit www.herefordshire.gov.uk/libraries