Research has shown the remarkable impact early exposure to books has upon the development of young children.  Without a doubt, children who have rich early reading experiences develop language, vocabulary, and literacy skills which will enable them to succeed in school and in life.  Many children devoid of these literary experiences never catch up with their peers; and they deal with the constant frustrations of struggling in school.  Successful early literacy projects have long term benefits in terms of increased school success, increased graduation rates, and a reduction in crime.  When you support an early reading program, you are investing in a cause that improves our society and its future.

It’s as easy as learning your ABCD’s
to give a gift that can change a young life.

A  Acquire new or previously loved books.

B     Bring the books to any Head Start school or group that works with children from infant to age 5. Look for places with needy children. 

C            Celebrate!  Create an Awesome Reading Experience by reading to a child or to group of children.  The bond that forms between the reader and the listener as they share a reading experience fosters the greatest form of human interaction a child can have: communication with someone who CARES.

D                 Donate the book to the child so reading can continue at home.  On the inside cover inscribe (child’s name) loves to read.