The newest edition of The Literacy Gazette is now available, featuring engaging activities and literacy strategies for students in grades K–3.
This week’s theme, “Building the Skill to Listen,” encourages families to strengthen reading comprehension and communication through storytelling, discussion, and playful word activities. Parents and guardians are invited to explore stories with their children by listening carefully, asking questions, and connecting reading to everyday experiences.
Highlights in this issue:
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Story Connection: Read The Longest Day: Celebrating the Summer Solstice by Wendy Pfeffer and discover how science and literacy work together to expand vocabulary and understanding.
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Family Engagement: Encourage your child to draw or write about a favorite story, then share it together at home.
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Word Play Challenge: Practice identifying beginning sounds with a one-minute word game to make learning fun and interactive.
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Upcoming Events:
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Wednesday, October 15: Hispanic Heritage Day at Fifth Ward Preparatory Academy (5:30–7:00 p.m.)
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Tuesday, October 21: Half Day for Students | Teacher Professional Development
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The Literacy Gazette continues to support our mission of promoting early literacy through meaningful, family-centered learning experiences.
For more information, contact:
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Monica Brown, District Master Teacher for Early Literacy – [email protected]
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Dr. Gail Brazile, District Curriculum Facilitator – [email protected]
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Robyn Gibson-Bazile, Supervisor of Elementary Curriculum (K–5) – [email protected]