{"id":141971,"date":"2024-03-25T15:19:46","date_gmt":"2024-03-25T20:19:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/quadcities\/?p=141971"},"modified":"2024-03-25T15:26:56","modified_gmt":"2024-03-25T20:26:56","slug":"celebrate-reading-and-literacy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/quadcities\/community\/volunteering\/celebrate-reading-and-literacy","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate reading and literacy!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

While March is almost over, we wanted to share that March is National Reading Month<\/strong> in honor of Dr. Seuss\u2019s Birthday! What a great reason to celebrate our amazing literacy program! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\u00a0GiGi\u2019s\u00a0Playhouse 1:1 Literacy Tutoring Program uses a methodology with documented success based on research by professionals in the field.\u00a0The ability to read opens doors for individuals with Down syndrome in the workplace, schools, and the community.\u00a0\u00a0Developing reading skills also improves speech and language development, auditory perceptual skills, and working memory function.\u00a0\u00a0Our goal is to foster a love for reading and provide an opportunity to develop and master skills, all while building a positive relationship with our volunteer tutors.\u00a0\u00a0Trained tutors work at the child’s level, continually challenging and encouraging him\/her to reach their Best of All.\u00a0 Students can start in our program as early as age 3 or any year after that. It\u2019s never too late to start!\u00a0 Weekly lessons last 45-60 minutes for 10-15 weeks.\u00a0 Family members are encouraged to attend each tutoring session to leave with practical activities to continue the learning at home.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about GiGi\u2019s Literacy Tutoring Program HERE!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This program goes beyond sitting down with a book! The One-on-One Literacy Tutoring Program is not just about teaching individuals how to read; it\u2019s about empowering them to dream, to aspire, and to reach for the stars. It\u2019s about fostering a community where every individual, regardless of their abilities, is celebrated for the unique gifts they bring to the table. Many times the tutor and student are not even at a table!! Tutors are provided training and are given a framework to work from, but they also think outside the box and bring in their participant’s interests to create meaningful and relevant lessons.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tutors and students can be seen:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n