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The Book Buddies program is aimed at enhancing literacy skills of school aged and preschool children. Book Buddies is offered in schools that serve families with limited resources. Children in grades 3, 4, 5 and 6 with preschool siblings, relatives or neighbors can register for this literacy program.
- An eight-week program coordinated by school staff with assistance and support from a family literacy coordinator
- Books and support materials are provided and parents are expected to be involved in the program
- Students take a book home each week and read it often to their preschool "buddy"
- Students completing the eight-week program are invited to a pizza luncheon and at this time choose a book to present to their little buddy
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- Introduces preschool children to books and gets books into their homes
- Prepares youngsters for school readiness
- Enhances preschoolers' early literacy experiences and assists with the development of literacy skills including talking, listening and understanding
- For the older child, provides reading practice and builds self-esteem
- Fosters sibling bonding as well as bonding across the grades
- Increases parental involvement in their children's education
- Helps parents become more comfortable with the school
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Book Buddies is funded by:
Success By 6®
For more information on this program, please call (780) 421-7323 or e-mail info@famlit.ca
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What parents have said about the program:
“This program benefited both my little son and my grade six daughter. She didn't just improve her reading skills but also developed a sense of responsibility."
“It was the highlight of our day. The way my daughter read to her small cousin, it was evident that she felt important to him and she was enjoying what she was doing.”
What students have said about the program:
“I really liked reading to my little sister because we got to spend more time together."
“I really liked reading to my reading buddy. I liked that i got to teach him that words go left to right. I felt like a leader when I read to Dexter."
What principals and teachers have said about the program:
“This is an excellent program for all parties. Readership and leadership are taught."
“Students enjoy coming to exchange books and telling me about their experiences reading at home. Quality time between siblings is being integrated into these homes. Awesome!"
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