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Payson Book Festival
The Payson Book Festival’s mission is to enhance the love of reading by providing a friendly environment that encourages personal interaction between Arizona authors and readers of all ages. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the scholarship funds of both non-profit organizations. Over 80 Arizona authors will participate by signing books and visiting with readers of all ages. Some will speak about their books and the craft of writing. Authors will be in the large ballroom. There will be…
Find out more »First Things First Early Childhood Summit 2017
The First Things First Early Childhood Summit brings together professionals, stakeholders and supporters of early childhood education and health to share innovative strategies, research and best practices that help kids be ready for school and set for life. Ensuring that our youngest kids arrive at kindergarten prepared to succeed requires all parts of the early childhood system to work together, and the Summit offers an exciting opportunity to build both the knowledge and relationships critical to our collective success. Make…
Find out more »Read On Arizona Early Literacy Summit 2017
Because reading is the foundation for success in school and life, more than 500 partners are working together to advance early literacy as part of Read On Arizona. This collaborative effort connects communities to evidence-based practices, resources and technical assistance to improve language and literacy outcomes for Arizona’s children from birth to age 8. If you’re already part of this collaborative effort, or if you’re interested in bringing this work to your Arizona community, join us at the Read On…
Find out more »September Attendance Awareness Month
September is Attendance Awareness Month, a nationwide campaign to recognize the connection between school attendance and academic achievement. Read On Arizona encourages you to join the campaign to help spread the word about September Attendance Awareness Month. The campaign involves educators, students, parents, and the community.
Find out more »Library Card Sign-Up Month
Library Card Sign-up Month is a time to remind parents and children that a library card is the most important school supply of all. Visit http://atyourlibrary.org for further details.
Find out more »Camp Christown Reading Fun Fest
Camp Christown Reading Fun Fest presents the opportunity to tap into the enjoyment of children and families and help promote literacy in the community. Christown would become the fulcrum of a community wide effort to make reading fun and create an ongoing relationship with the kids and families in the surrounding area and beyond. Come Saturday, Sept. 9 from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM or Saturday Sept. 16, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Highlights include free books, characters from classic…
Find out more »Camp Christown Reading Fun Fest
Camp Christown Reading Fun Fest presents the opportunity to tap into the enjoyment of children and families and help promote literacy in the community. Christown would become the fulcrum of a community wide effort to make reading fun and create an ongoing relationship with the kids and families in the surrounding area and beyond. Come Saturday, Sept. 9 from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM or Saturday Sept. 16, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Highlights include free books, characters from classic…
Find out more »National Family Literacy Day®
National Family Literacy Day®, celebrated across the U.S., focuses on special activities and events that showcase the importance of family literacy programs.
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