Literacy CoalitionMay 161 minAdult Literacy Levels MatterStudies show that low adult literacy levels contribute to problems such as: · Children’s academic success · Welfare costs · ...
Literacy CoalitionMay 111 minWhy Employer Should Support Adult LiteracyAdults who read are better employees. A study of more than 5,000 employees found that those who read for pleasure were 10% more likely to...
Literacy CoalitionMay 101 minLiteracy & PrisonIn today's society, the ability to read and write is the gateway to a better life. The ability to read is the most powerful tool we have...
Literacy CoalitionMay 82 minImportance of Literacy & Children’s Academic SuccessIn today's society, the ability to read and write is the gateway to a better life. The ability to read is the most powerful tool we have...
Literacy CoalitionMay 71 minAdult Literacy Makes Stronger CommunitiesThe ability to read is a fundamental skill that enables people to learn, think critically, and participate fully in society. Research...
Literacy CoalitionMay 61 minWhy is Literacy Important to Me? I can read!When I think of the cost of illiteracy, I often think of the cost of illiterate adults—the lost wages, the welfare, the crime. But the...
Literacy CoalitionJan 141 minTeaching Adults to Read – Homework, 7 Questions to AskWhen you discuss homework assignments there are many things to consider. Be sure to ask your student about their own preferences. Here...
Literacy CoalitionJan 132 minTeaching Adults to Read – Homework, things to consider.One of the first decisions a tutor and student need to answer is how much homework a student can actually handle effectively. Learning is...
Literacy CoalitionOct 12, 20211 minDo you know someone who needs our help?If you know someone who needs help: Learning to read or do math. Understanding what you read. Learning to speak English. Preparing to...
Literacy CoalitionOct 6, 20211 minWant to make a difference?The challenge… Low-skilled adults are: 2X more likely to be unemployed. 3X as likely to live in poverty. 4X as likely to suffer from poor...
Literacy CoalitionMay 19, 20211 minLiteracy Coalition's Little Free Library Is Open!Located outside our offices at 901 South Courtland Ave.
Literacy CoalitionJan 14, 20213 minWhat I have learned at the Literacy Coalition!I have been involved with the Literacy Coalition since 1993 when I joined the board of directors. After six years on the board, I began...
Literacy CoalitionDec 22, 20201 minDo you enjoy books?One of the fun things the Literacy Coalition does is to facilitate a monthly book club. Before COVID we would meet, share snacks and a...
Literacy CoalitionNov 16, 20202 minEchoes of KindnessIt was the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day of 2018. Our office was closed but I was working to wrap up some odds and ends. The...