National Adult Literacy Database

Authors: Terrie Moar

This book lists and gives brief descriptions of resources currently available at the Literacy Partners of Manitoba.

This Annotated Bibliography includes references on these three headings : Family Literacy Resources, Internet Resources, Parenting Resources. The document is available from Literacy Partners of Manitoba Resource Center, 998-167 Lombard Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3B 0V3, Tel. (204) 947-5757, Fax (204) 944-9918, E-mail: literacy@magic.mb.ca The bibliography is also available online in NALD's Literacy Collection and Full text. (99.05.12)

Added: 1999-05-12

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Authors: Barbara Bate

A list of family literacy materials that was annotated and compiled as part of an electronic conference about family literacy taking place on the B.C. literacy electronic network in 1997.

Added: 1997-01-01

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Authors: Saskatchewan Literacy Network (SLN)

In this video, a young mother gets some advice on how to incorporate literacy learning into everyday life.

The coordinator of family literacy for the Saskatchewan Literacy Network (SLN) explains that the world is full of opportunities for learning. For example, a parent can describe plants and animals observed on a walk in the woods, then ask the child about what he has observed.

Simple nursery rhymes and other kinds of word play are important for a child’s language development, she notes. As the child grows, parents can use activities like preparing a grocery list or figuring out what time it is to help develop literacy skills.

Added: 2012-07-24

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Authors: Family Literacy Research for Nova Scotia, Michelle Bowden, Projet de recherche en alphabétisation familiale pour la Nouvelle-Écosse

These guidelines have been developed as a foundation on which to build Family Literacy programs in Nova Scotia. Because Family Literacy programs are developed based on the need in each community, there is no uniform program that is delivered across the province. What the programs do have in common is the same inclusive philosophy, values and commitment to their participants. Family Literacy practitioners can use this guide as a reference point for the development of their respective programs.

Added: 2003-10-15

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• Guide de pratiques exemplaires à l'intention des programmes d'alphabétisation familiale en Nouvelle-Écosse

A Manual for Literacy Programs and Family Literacy Resource Programs

Authors: Deborah Nesbitt-Munroe

This manual provides the information needed to plan a series of bookmaking workshops for parents. During the workshops, parents create books for their children; learn about the qualities of good children’s books; and discover strategies they can use at home to promote reading.

The manual offers instructions for preparing five different books, with lists of required materials and templates for shapes required for each book.

While the parents are taking part in the workshop, their young children are participating in their own program. The author has included tips for running both the adult and child segments of the program.

Added: 2013-02-15

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A Guide to Family Literacy Partnerships

Authors: Peel-Halton-Dufferin Adult Learning Network

This guide is intended for anyone running a family literacy program or interested in starting such a program or others involved in family literacy. While it is best to read this guide in its entirety, each chapter is a stand-alone section. This guide provides information on the following topics:
- Definitions of family literacy
- Family literacy partnerships and programs
- Why partnerships work and why they don't
- How to develop successful partnerships in family literacy programs
- Funding
- Early Years Centres in Ontario

Added: 2008-02-01

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Tips and Activity Sheet for children

Series: Family Literacy Day 2011

Authors: ABC Life Literacy Canada

This one-page tip sheet contains fun ideas to help children improve their literacy skills. The ideas include researching a favourite animal; starting a weekly family game night; and using a recipe to make a treat.

The authors have also included a word search puzzle with a literacy theme.

Added: 2010-12-17

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• Journée de l'alphabétisation familiale 2011 : Jouez avec les mots !

Tips and Activity Sheet for Adults

Series: Family Literacy Day 2011

Authors: ABC Life Literacy Canada

This one-page tip sheet includes ideas for activities to help adults improve their literacy skills. The ideas include sharing a bedtime story with a child; planning a family trip to the library; and writing down the directions for a favourite childhood game and playing it with the family.

The authors have also included a recipe that children and adults can make together.

Added: 2010-12-17

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• Journée de l'alphabétisation familiale 2011 : Jouez en apprenant !

Authors: ABC Life Literacy Canada

Family Literacy Day is observed annually on January 27 to encourage Canadian families to spend time every day enjoying a learning activity together. The theme for 2012 is Our Learning Journey.

This guide has been developed to help organizers plan and host a Family Literacy Day event. It contains information about the history of the day, activity ideas for groups of all sizes, and suggestions for fundraising.

There is also a detailed planning checklist that outlines everything that needs to be done, including forming a committee; looking for potential partners; deciding on a budget; scouting locations; inviting special guests; and getting media coverage. The authors have included sample letters organizers can send to potential partners, guests, local officials, and the media.

Added: 2011-12-20

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• Journée de l'alphabétisation familiale 2012 - Guide de planification du coordonnateur : Notre aventure vers l'apprentissage

Authors: ABC Life Literacy Canada

Family Literacy Day is observed annually on January 27 to raise awareness of the importance of reading and engaging in other literacy-related activities as a family.

This activity booklet includes a colouring page, a crossword puzzle, a word find, a maze, and a simple recipe that a child could make with an adult. There is also a page where the child can write a story, based on a series of pictures.

While the booklet has been prepared specifically for Family Literacy Day, the activities would appeal to a child at any time of the year.

Funders:

• HSBC Bank Canada

Added: 2012-01-10

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• Livret d'activités pour la Journée de l'alphabétisation familiale