celebrate with a family literacy event! dr. rosemary chance, ph.d
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Celebrate with a Family Literacy Event!Dr. Rosemary Chance, Ph.D.
ConversationEvents?
Benefits?
Basic Information
Family literacy? #1
At the heart is the improvement of reading and writing skills for children & parents in one family.
#2“The home is the child’s first school, the parent is the child’s first teacher, and reading is the child’s first subject.” Barbara Bush quote
#3Child-parent relationships are essential to the development of a child’s literacy ability.
Intimidating Relationships
Most affected by lack of literacy? Three groups:
The working poor Female heads of households Minority groups; English language
learners Three characteristics in common:
Limited income Low literacy competencies Low education levels
Major barriers to literacy?There are few or no books in
homesParents don’t model readingNo easy access to
transportationParents are uncomfortable
entering schools and libraries
Elements of a family literacy program? Interactive literacy activities
between parents & their children Training for parents on how to be the
primary teacher for their children Adult education & training for
personal growth & economics Age-appropriate education for
children
Bring Families Together
Prime Time in Atlanta, GeorgiaMealTransportationPreschool storySchool-age children with
parentsDoor prizes
Basics of a family literacy event?
A themeA welcoming activityOne or more picture booksAn activity for both parent and child
& a book to read togetherA snack or a mealSomething to take away
One Good Example
Recommended Themes
Books & Movies Camping Fun with Reading Life on a Farm Pirates Polar Express Reading under the Stars Rhyming The Way I Feel
Dogs or Pets!
Parent-child interaction? Key points to consider:
The literacy goal for children The goal for parents to understand A time for modeling and independent
practice A plan for what you want the parents
to do once they return home
Benefits of an event? Demonstrates how reading can expand a
family’s horizons. Provides access to books for those with
limited access. Helps parents and children interact in
literacy activities at home to improve literacy levels and academic achievement.
Brings families to libraries for literacy and learning.
Another Excellent Choice
Two HandoutsPicture Books for Family Literacy Events
Planning Guide
Action
What are your ideas?
Conversation
Results?
Q & A
Crash Course in Family Literacy Programs
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