THE IMUS City government, through the City of Imus Public Library, organized an educational tour for 50 Grade 5 and Grade 6 students of Alapan 1 Elementary School at the National Library of the Philippines (NLP) to promote reading and introduce young learners to the country’s library resources and services.

City Librarian Rosena V. Roman led the activity on November 10, giving students an opportunity to explore the National Library’s facilities and learn about its educational resources.

The students visited the Library Reading Area, The Gallery, and the Children’s Library, where Librarian Melanie Ramirez guided them through the different facilities.

As part of the educational visit, the students also attended the launch and ceremonial turnover of the book *ASAGAN – Children’s Rights, An Adventure*, which promotes awareness of children’s rights and encourages connections among young people from different countries.

The event was attended by NLP Director Cesar Gilbert Adriano, Austrian Ambassador to the Philippines Johan Brieger, and Austrian authors and illustrator Mia Kirsch and Wolfgang Hartl.

The book launch also highlighted the longstanding friendship between the Philippines and Austria through literature and cultural exchange.

The students were accompanied by Grade 5 teacher Chito Malicdem and Grade 6 teacher Melinda Baluyot. The activity was facilitated with the support of School Principal Dr. Jocelyn A. Limosinero.

The initiative forms part of the Imus City government’s efforts to encourage reading among young learners, broaden their educational experiences, and develop their appreciation for libraries as important centers of learning.