FAMILY LITERACY

Family Literacy is how adults and children can learn together through various educational activities. Learning is a lifelong practice, however it begins first with the help of a child's parents and other adults in their community.

Children who read frequently develop stronger reading skills, and those who had additional aid at home rank even higher!

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Our family literacy programs promote:

The value and benefits of literacy in preschool children
Oral Language Skill Development at a young age
Parenting skills and strategies to create a literacy-rich environment in their home
Increased confidence of parents in their role as their child's first teacher

RHYMES THAT BIND

Is a free program provided annually in Athabasca (at Parent Link), Boyle (Public Library), and Rochester or Grassland Schools
One hour per week for 10 weeks
Promotes oral language development in babies and toddlers
Provides a positive, supportive environment for parents through group-based delivery
Uses circle time with parents and infants/toddlers during which rhymes, stories, and songs are shared and modeled
Includes reading stories and discussions about early literacy
Offers a nutritious snack each week