Little bookworms took shade from the scorching sun to have seaside fun of a different kind at a library.

Tales of the sea - youngsters were told rhymes and stories with a seaside twist at Southend library Picture: STEVE O'CONNELL

Southend Library hosted a Seaside Special Storyrhyme event for children under five yesterday.

Every child was treated to an ice-cream after hearing stories and rhymes with a seaside twist.

Published Thursday, August 7, 2003

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