From kindergarten through third grade, kids are learning to read. But after third grade, they must read to learn. And when they fall behind, it’s nearly impossible to catch up. Research shows that kids who don’t read proficiently by the end of third grade are four times more likely to drop out of school later on than their peers. Unfortunately, many students in San Antonio are already on this path.
Literacy kits can make a difference. The kits are a great way to get kids engaged in a particular book. Each kit includes a book selected for a certain age level along with related activities custom- crafted for one-on-one interaction between a child and an adult reader: volunteer, parent or caregiver.
The kits are designed to focus on the skills young children need when learning to read while, at the same time, diving deeper into the book and its themes.
