Literacy Voices Roundup- October 24

Friday, October 24th, 2008

 Literacy for families: Program lets parents, children learn together
Enjoy this story from Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, about families who found success together through family literacy. And to all family literacy practitioners out there across the country, keep up the great work!  From the St. Cloud Times.

Grants Alert
With education budgets getting squeezed more than ever, programs are […]

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Tech Savvy Award Will Provide $45,000 to Winning Education Programs

Wednesday, October 1st, 2008

Are you using technology to help parents and children to gain the skills they need to succeed in the 21st century? Apply for the Verizon Tech Savvy Awards!
The awards recognize and support sustainable programs that help parents bridge the widening gap between adults’ and children’s understanding of technology. These two generations must learn about technology […]

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Literacy Voices Roundup- August 29

Friday, August 29th, 2008

International Children’s Digital Library
Their mission is “to excite and inspire the world’s children to become members of the global community - children who understand the value of tolerance and respect for diverse cultures, languages and ideas — by making the best in children’s literature available online.” A great resource for parents and teachers. Thanks to […]

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