Why Early Literacy Matters!
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Illiteracy costs the U.S. approximately $300.8 billion per year.
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A staggering 68% of fourth graders not reading proficiently, (The Nation's Report Card, 2022).
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2/3 of children that cannot ready proficiently by the end of 4th grade are more likely to end up in jail or on welfare.
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Many teachers around the country have been teaching children to read using programs that are not backed by science.
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The science of reading has proven that 95% of all children can be successful in reading with explicit, systematic instruction.
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Comprehension skills in children as young as age 4 are predictive of later performance of reading comprehension in upper elementary school grades.
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Alphabetic knowledge in preschool and kindergarten is one of the best predictors of reading, writing, spelling, and comprehension success in later elementary years.
Literacy begins with YOU!
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Teaching Preschool with Science in Mind
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Learn about the latest research related to the science of reading and how this information impacts our preschool children!
Planning Centers with a Purpose
Take your learning centers to the next level! Plan your centers for intentional learning and play with this step-by-step guide that walks you through how to plan for fun and engaging lessons that are enhanced through learning centers.
The Little Learner's Playlist
The Little Learner's Playlist sorts over 400 of our favorite preschool songs for the classroom by curriculum themes and holidays. Liven up your classroom & boost brainpower with movement & music! Learn through music and add preschool music activities to your day!
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