Literacy for Parents

Literacy for Parents

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What is literacy?

Literacy is the ability, confidence and willingness to engage with language to acquire, construct and communicate meaning in all aspects of daily living. Research has shown that children who have opportunities to read at home with their parents, and to be read to, can build positive attitudes toward language and lay an important foundation for future learning. Home is where a child's love of reading can grow!

Literacy development from Kindergarten to Grade 12 is a major strategic goal for Garden Valley School Division, and the division is excited to be partnering with parents in this endeavor. Please visit our literacy resources for parents to see how you can help your child to become a good reader.

tips for parents 2Parents/guardians can have a significant impact on their children's literacy development. By providing reading opportunities at home, parents can help encourage learning skills and habits from an early age through to high school. Below are some resources that offer some great literacy tips and ways parents can be more involved in their children’s reading and learning.

videos for parents 1The following are some videos that offer valuable information to parents on developing young readers. Videos can bring experts to you, and can be watched at a time and place that's convenient to you. Check out the below list of YouTube videos that encourage reading and literacy at home.

websites for parents 1The Web offers a multitude of specialized sites that help parents as they foster an enjoyment of reading in their children. Websites can also be interactive and fun for students. Below are some websites that offer valuable resources for developing young readers.

book ideas for parents 1The following are some book ideas for parents. Appropriate books, whether fiction or non-fiction, can build excitement and a sense of adventure for young readers. Check out the below list of excellent books that encourage reading and literacy at home.

articles for parents 1The following are some articles that offer valuable expert information to parents on developing young readers. Articles written for parents can provide answers to questions that parents may have about supporting their children's daily reading activities. Check out the below list of articles that encourage reading and literacy at home.