Family Reading Partnership

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The Family Reading Partnership is a non-profit community organization that promotes early literacy. We are a broad-based, locally grown coalition of individuals, businesses, schools, libraries and other organizations. We have joined forces to "create a culture of literacy" by promoting family reading practices throughout our community. We know that literacy -- the ability to read, write and communicate clearly -- will define a child's future success in school and in life. We also know that literacy development, the process that brings children to reading, begins in the first years of life at home. Long before children enter school, early experiences with books build a strong foundation for learning. Only 39% of parents nationally read to their children on a regular basis. In our own community, it is estimated that an alarming 20 - 25% of children enter a classroom for the first time having had few or no experiences with books at home. By working together, we can change these facts. We strive to incorporate family reading awareness, encouragement and books into networks and services that already touch the lives of families. Our Guiding Principles Since our founding in 1997 we have gained knowledge and developed an understanding about our work that has given shape to the following principles that guide us in carrying out our mission. Our Staff The dedicated staff of the Family Reading Partnership works hard to provide opportunities for families to "Make Friends with Books!" Our Board of Directors Retired elementary school teachers, college professors, a pediatrician, financial planners, school administrators, and other experts in their fields help the Family Reading Partnership create a culture of literacy in our own community and beyond. Our Community Partners A core belief of the Family Reading Partnership is to use the networks already in place in our community to connect people with books. Our partners are essential for our success. We appreciate everyone who has been involved in our efforts. Family Reading Partnership Alliance The Family Reading Partnership Alliance is comprised of dedicated groups in different communities who share FRP

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