Upside Down Literacy

Literacy isn't just a skill, it's a need. So many other skills are built on the foundation of reading.

Check out this resource from ARISE2Read about "Why Literacy Matters." ARISE2Read is a partnership of evangelical churches and businesses with local school districts to strengthen second-grade students and enable them to enter third grade reading on grade level.

Why Literacy Matters

Below are some additional resources to help those that serve in communities of need begin to think about ways they can meet the needs of people learning to read.

Watch the Upside Down Virtual Gathering on the topic of Literacy facilitated by Karen Vogelsang. Karen is the executive director of ARISE2Read. 

For More Information About Arise2Read Click Here to Visit their Website

Below are some additional links to literacy resources:

Scholastic Literacy Partnership
Bulk Books
Dollar General Literacy Foundation