Public Library, was selected for development of the Fish Out of Water Writing Club, a writing program for children grades 4-8. Club members meet twice a month during the school year to write and learn about writing.
Members share their works at a monthly open-mike session.
At the end of the year, the participants submit their favorite pieces of writing which are then turned into Fish Tales, a book of writing for kids by kids. Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Pellom McDaniels has taken an active role in getting the club started and now attends two meetings per year. The Fish Out of Water Writing Club is co-sponsored by McDaniels' Art for Smarts Foundation and the Kansas City Public Library.