We’re excited to share that CLI’s Chief Program Officer, Erica Holmes-Ware, has been featured in USA Today! In her article, she calls for a deeper look at equity in literacy education and how we can uplift marginalized learners through culturally responsive practices.
On September 24, 2024, CLI hosted an insightful webinar focused on the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan (ICLP). This event provided educators with actionable strategies to elevate literacy instruction across the state, equipping them with tools for fostering equitable, literacy-rich environments.
From September 15th to October 15th, we celebrate and honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic Americans to our society. This month is a time to recognize and appreciate the diverse backgrounds, traditions, and achievements of Hispanic and Latinx individuals across the United States.
As the new school year begins, K-12 school leaders have the unique opportunity to set the tone for a year of growth and achievement. Effective goal setting is crucial in steering your school toward success, particularly regarding enhancing literacy outcomes. Here’s how you can leverage goal setting to lead your school to success:
Create shared experiences for the children in your classroom with beautiful back-to-school read alouds. These books will help you laugh together, learn about each other, celebrate differences, and start to plan the classroom community you want to build this year.
Imagine a classroom where every child, regardless of background, has access to high-quality education. The Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan (ICLP) is turning this vision into reality by transforming literacy outcomes statewide, and CLI is here to support educators in building a brighter, more inclusive future for all children.
Recently, Literacy Ambassador Mychal Threets joined CLI in their celebration of Read Across America Day with the National Education Association (NEA), the non-profit organization Read by 4th, the Free Library of Philadelphia, and the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania. See the full recap here!
When we think about the importance of literacy, we cannot stop at what learning happens in the classroom. We factor in how a child’s identity – their ethnicity, race, social class, etc.– can be nurtured while also introducing them to the vast world that is walking in another person’s shoes.
If you’re thinking about phonics instruction lately, you’re probably thinking about decodable books, the short texts that provide children with opportunities to practice phonics skills.
Immerse young minds in the enchanting world of poetry with our book bundle, where each verse becomes a gateway to imagination, creativity, and emotional expression. Spark a lifelong love for language and storytelling in young children through the power of poetry, nurturing their empathy, language skills, and appreciation for the beauty of words.