literacy News

To celebrate National I Love to Read Month, Back to Basics Learning Dynamics, Inc. and literacy organization Success Won’t Wait will provide 500+ children’s books to children in Delaware’s non-public Title I program.

Southland Mall launches literacy campaign in partnership with RIVVID.

Using kids’ room decor to learn shapes, numbers and alphabet concepts

She realizes her vision to support anyone in learning to read.

Florida author, business owner and literacy coach, Sabrina K. Carpenter, has been asked to visit Jacksonville schools during literacy week, January 23rd-27th 2012.

1 out of 7 ages K-12 will either be a bully or a victim of bullying. Its such a serious issue bullycide is a new term for suicide caused by bullying. Nancy Silberkleit, has decided to do something about this pandemic issue.

First Book–Brooklyn will hold its first annual holiday party to support literacy in our community on Monday, December 5, 2011, from 7:00–9:30pm at the Galapagos Art Space located at 16 Main Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11201 in the DUMBO neighborhood.

Mayor of Mamaroneck appoints Nancy Silberkleit, Co-CEO of Archie Comics & Founder of ComicBookFairs.com as "Ambassador of Literacy"

Capita’s National Primary Phonics Conference is taking place on Wednesday, 22nd February 2012 in Central London

The Omni Club and the Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida aspire to collect 150 new or gently used books. The book collection and Santa reading event will take place on Saturday, December 17th from 10 a.m. until noon.

First Book – Brooklyn announces its first annual holiday party which will be held on Monday night, December 5th, 2011, from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Galapagos Art Space located at 16 Main Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11201 to celebrate supporting literacy.

“Educational Shakespeariences” to provide professional arts productions for Central Florida teens

Join Trinity Lutheran Church as they host a book shower to benefit the Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida and the children of Lee County on Saturday, November 12th from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.

San Diego based children's book company has launched its search for one child to complete their logo by creating its color palette.

The Association of Early Learning Coalitions awarded Florida Representative, Denise Grimsley, their “Early Learning Champion Award”.

First Book – Brooklyn, an organization that provides disadvantaged children with their first book, launches today to help improve literacy rates among young children in socially and economically distressed areas of Brooklyn.

This event is sponsored by Literacy Volunteers of Illinois and supported by local chapters of the North American SCRABBLE Players Association (NASPA). It will be held on Saturday, November 12 at Grossinger Auto Complex, 1500 N Dayton, Chicago, IL.

The Oscar Grant Foundation and Live the Dream Foundation Host Family Literacy Event in East Oakland on September 17, 2011

Books for a Better World Introduces their Adopt-a-Library Program. For $350 you can create an entire library of books for a community in need.

Barbara Becker Hurley has made a gift of $25,000 to the Gifford Youth Activity Center. This gift will enable up to 30 children to receive literacy tutoring.

To celebrate National I Love to Read Month, Back to Basics Learning Dynamics, Inc. and literacy organization Success Won’t Wait will provide 500+ children’s books to children in Delaware’s non-public Title I program.

Southland Mall launches literacy campaign in partnership with RIVVID.

Family Literacy Day is Jan 27, 2012. Over 10 million Canadians are working at marginal or modest levels of literacy. And 171 million people would be lifted out of poverty if every child received an education (Room to Read).

Using kids’ room decor to learn shapes, numbers and alphabet concepts

She realizes her vision to support anyone in learning to read.

Anyone interested in volunteering as a literacy tutor can attend an orientation, Jan. 31 from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at the College of Lake County.

On the Road to Literacy is a day-long conference of over 20 workshops addressing the experiences of tutors, staff and students within the literacy community. Join us at the UIC Center for Literacy on Saturday, April 21st from 9:00 am -3:00 pm.

Florida author, business owner and literacy coach, Sabrina K. Carpenter, has been asked to visit Jacksonville schools during literacy week, January 23rd-27th 2012.

Cobb County Public Library System launches informative healthy-living campaign in 2012; speakers from community organizations scheduled to speak

1 out of 7 ages K-12 will either be a bully or a victim of bullying. Its such a serious issue bullycide is a new term for suicide caused by bullying. Nancy Silberkleit, has decided to do something about this pandemic issue.

42 Years to the date after Archie Comics theme song “Sugar Sugar” was #1 on the charts Co-CEO, Nancy Silberkleit hands out Literary Sugar @ Mamaroneck Annual Christmas Tree Social to bring awareness to her educational program; Comic Book Fairs.

Principals from all 13 elementary schools in Indian River County received plaques to honor the success achieved last year in improving student literacy.

First Book–Brooklyn will hold its first annual holiday party to support literacy in our community on Monday, December 5, 2011, from 7:00–9:30pm at the Galapagos Art Space located at 16 Main Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11201 in the DUMBO neighborhood.

Mayor of Mamaroneck appoints Nancy Silberkleit, Co-CEO of Archie Comics & Founder of ComicBookFairs.com as "Ambassador of Literacy"

Capita’s National Primary Phonics Conference is taking place on Wednesday, 22nd February 2012 in Central London

The Omni Club and the Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida aspire to collect 150 new or gently used books. The book collection and Santa reading event will take place on Saturday, December 17th from 10 a.m. until noon.

Experience The Art of Reinventing You: Ignite your imagination.” This red carpet event will take place at the Virgil Carr Cultural Arts Center, 311 E. Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI from 6p – 9p EST. Be an extra in “The Paparazzi Scene.”

The Learning Alliance has had a strong start strong for our third school year, continuing our innovative literacy programs through our partnership with the School District of Indian River County.

First Book – Brooklyn announces its first annual holiday party which will be held on Monday night, December 5th, 2011, from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Galapagos Art Space located at 16 Main Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11201 to celebrate supporting literacy.

“Educational Shakespeariences” to provide professional arts productions for Central Florida teens

Join Trinity Lutheran Church as they host a book shower to benefit the Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida and the children of Lee County on Saturday, November 12th from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.

San Diego based children's book company has launched its search for one child to complete their logo by creating its color palette.

The Association of Early Learning Coalitions awarded Florida Representative, Denise Grimsley, their “Early Learning Champion Award”.

THE surge in demand for computer “apps” is keeping a Sunshine Coast company busy staying one step ahead of the game.

First Book – Brooklyn, an organization that provides disadvantaged children with their first book, launches today to help improve literacy rates among young children in socially and economically distressed areas of Brooklyn.

Looking back at 110 years of literacy initiatives for children, we think the answer is yes

Panel of ed-tech specialists to discuss best practices for online literary programs

Barkley, Secret Service Dog, is the creation of H.K. Gilbert and Co-creator, Misty Taggart. Barkley's motto is "This secret service dog practices information literacy, that's why Barkley is a super sleuth!"

This is the first time in PSC’s history where an organization has been honored with the award twice.

Children of Indian River County receive high quality, one-on-one literacy tutoring for 6 weeks.

The Learning Alliance recently received a check for 25,000. Funds will be used to support the literacy programs implemented by The Learning Alliance in 13 elementary schools.

This event is sponsored by Literacy Volunteers of Illinois and supported by local chapters of the North American SCRABBLE Players Association (NASPA). It will be held on Saturday, November 12 at Grossinger Auto Complex, 1500 N Dayton, Chicago, IL.

Local author and former rocket scientist Stephanie Osborn will speak at Calhoun Community College in Huntsville on “Reading, Writing, and Rocket Science.”

Books-A-Million and the Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida have teamed up to host a fundraiser and book drive on November 21st benefiting the Literacy Buddies program.

A student with poor reading skills is five times more likely to drop out of high school, creative tween website MashPlant.com, Open Books and Chicago Tribune have joined forces to address youth and teen literacy

The International Alliance for Child Literacy a U.S.-based non-profit charity continued its Caribbean literacy outreach efforts with a shipment of books and school supplies to children at the Child Development and Guidance Centre in Saint Lucia.

The Oscar Grant Foundation and Live the Dream Foundation Host Family Literacy Event in East Oakland on September 17, 2011

The Early Learning Coalition of SWFL seeks volunteers as buddies for their 2011-2012 Literacy Buddy Program, a reading program for young children. 1,348 children were matched last year; 1,500 children are expected to participate this year.

Minnesota-based Coughlan Companies, Inc., the holding company for Capstone and Mankato-Kasota Stone, Inc., is pleased to announce its second quarter grant recipients of 2011.

All summer long dedicated volunteers from Books for a Better World will be delivering books to rural schools throughout Central America. This Phoenix-based non-profit organization seeks to help break the cycle of illiteracy in developing nations.

This June the Pine Book Club from Pine, Arizona hosted a yard sale in an effort to raise funds for non-profit organization Books for a Better World. The result was a huge success!

Books for a Better World Introduces their Adopt-a-Library Program. For $350 you can create an entire library of books for a community in need.

The Sabrina UnScripted radio show is hosted by professional writer and author, Sabrina K. Carpenter, and highlights nonprofits, showcases dynamic Florida businesses and brings awareness to literacy efforts every Tuesday at 6pm on 107.9FM and 1370AM.

Barbara Becker Hurley has made a gift of $25,000 to the Gifford Youth Activity Center. This gift will enable up to 30 children to receive literacy tutoring.

30 children to receive literacy tutoring over the summer at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Indian River County.

HARRIS-STOWE STATE UNIVERSITY TO HOST MARINES TO CELEBRATE MARINE WEEK --Marines Will Read to Children at Center to Promote Literacy and Perform Puppet Show Educating Children on the Importance of Military Service

“Eager Readers, Brighter Writers”, a children’s literacy program created by professional writer and children’s book author Sabrina K. Carpenter, is introducing reading and writing workshops to the Treasure Coast and nationwide.

The International School of Brussels, an English-language International School in Belgium, are using Read&Write GOLD literacy support software to provide new possibilities and independence to students who struggle with reading and writing.

Literacy, Asthma and Character Leader raises the bar on serving and empowering the community

The Learning Alliance held a training session at Citrus Elementary School for all tutors participating in summer literacy programs.