No matter what technological advances come our way, reading remains one of the most loved hobbies of all time. For avid readers, picking up a book (or downloading one on …
32 Children’s Books That Celebrate Diversity
Kids are exposed to all sorts of situations in their lives that are going to be different from their home lives. It’s important to expose them to both familiar and …
We Stand Against Hate!
In light of the recent horrific events in our country, we wanted YOU, our community of supporters, to know where we stand. Please take a few moments to listen to this video …
Building Literacy Skills at Home
There is a lot of uncertainty in the world right now as we transition to new ways of not only living but learning. Families and teachers are scrambling to adjust. …
Parent Spotlight: Elexis Williams
Parent involvement is essential in helping children succeed in school. It not only enhances academic performance, but it also has a positive influence on student attitude and behavior. Reading ability improves significantly when parents …
Reflecting on the Literacy Crisis in Houston
by Jacque Daughtry The beginning of not only a new year but a new decade causes us to reflect on how we arrived where we are today. As I look …
New Literacy Now Blog
We will be launching our new blog on Friday, February 7th, 2020! You won’t want to miss our first post written by Executive Director, Jacque Daughtry, who will be sharing about …