Did you know? Research demonstrates that reading with a child during the preschool years has a ripple effect which positively impacts the child, the family, the schools, and society as a whole through increased economic development, reduced special education, and reduced criminal justice costs. So Crissy Haslam, the First Lady of Tennessee, is launching the Read20 Book Club. The club encourages families to read together for just 20 minutes a day. Each month, one book will be featured as "Book of the Month" and accompanied by family-friendly activities. For more information, or to sign up, visit the Read20 Book Club webpage.
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
The First Lady of Tennessee Launches the Read20 Book Club
Did you know? Research demonstrates that reading with a child during the preschool years has a ripple effect which positively impacts the child, the family, the schools, and society as a whole through increased economic development, reduced special education, and reduced criminal justice costs. So Crissy Haslam, the First Lady of Tennessee, is launching the Read20 Book Club. The club encourages families to read together for just 20 minutes a day. Each month, one book will be featured as "Book of the Month" and accompanied by family-friendly activities. For more information, or to sign up, visit the Read20 Book Club webpage.
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