Posts tagged Let’s Read. Let’s Move

Take THAT Summer Slide! 15,000 Books to Kids in DC

Jun18
2013 3 Comments Tracy Bartley Written by Tracy Bartley

Summer Slide DCRecently, we took a hard look at the effects of Summer Slide on children without access to books. We also saw the incredible effects that providing books over the summer, not only to children in general, but to children from low income families specifically, had on reading, comprehension and test scores.

In that spirit, the Junior League of Washington as a part of their Resolution Read project took Summer Slide head on, distributing 15,000 books from First Book to D.C. Public Schools at Garfield Elementary. Children were asked to perform various physical activites; dancing or doing jumping jacks in order to ‘earn’ their books to take home. Jumping and dancing was led by NFL player Visanthe Shiancoe.  After successfully completing their exercises, children went to a table to select books and then Summer Slide DCread their new books with volunteers. These books were distributed as part of a program with Let’s Read. Let’s Move, encouraging children to continue moving and learning throughout the summer.

“It feels tremendous to give away the 100,000th book hand-in-hand with partners like CNCS, DCPS, First Book and DC SCORES.” said Wendy Cumberland, President of the Junior League of Washington.

 

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Odds and Bookends: August 6, 2010

Aug06
2010 Written by Nisha T.

Study shows ‘kids learn best when they are allowed to select their own books’
 Combating the “summer slide” can be easier than most educators and parents think. Studies have demonstrated that rather than forcing a summer reading list on children, allowing them to choose reading material of interest to them proves to be a more effective tool.

‘Flipped’ hits the big screen August 27
This coming-of-age novel written in 2001 by Wendelin Van Draanen is set to be released later this month. The novel, featuring a complicated middle school romance, will be released as a tie-in paperback on August 10 with a special photo insert and a Q&A with the author.

Let’s Read. Let’s Move. Philadelphia kicks off in First Book style
The citizens of Philadelphia have come together to engage their children in activities focusing on reading, exercise and eating healthy through the Let’s Read. Let’s Move. initiative. First Book donated a total of 170,000 books to the cause in Philadelphia with 400 books to kick off the launch.

‘Precious’ producers to tackle ‘Judy Moody’ next
Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer is making its debut on the big screen with production starting this month! This eight-book children’s series has been translated into over twenty languages and even inspired a spin-off series for boys with Judy’s brother Stink as the main character.

Screen Actors Guild Foundation launches book auction
The Screen Actors Guild Foundation has launched a book auction to benefit children’s literacy. From August 2 until August 17, you can bid on books autographed by famous actors. Proceeds from this online auction will go to the Clothes Off Our Back Foundation to benefit children’s literacy initiatives.

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“Let’s Read. Let’s Move” with the First Lady

Jun18
2010 Written by Mitali C.

It’s easy to get up in the morning and go to work at First Book.  I work with a fantastic group of people and I spend most of my day collaborating with amazing nonprofits and government agencies, which in turn leads to connecting their programs and classrooms to First Book’s resources.  It’s a win-win. But last Tuesday was not a regular day at the office. I got up bright and early, stood in front of my closet and asked myself, “What do I wear when First Lady Michelle Obama is going to be in the room?”  We all know she’s a fashion icon and well – my sister claims I am not.  I decided to take the secret service approach and put on the good old black suit.  I knew First Book’s stylish Executive Vice President, Chandler Arnold who was going with me would be looking handsome in his shiny suit and I didn’t want to be totally upstaged. I even ironed my blouse.  My sister would be proud.  You’re probably wondering why I’m talking about my wardrobe and why I would be hanging with the First Lady on a Tuesday. Well… READ MORE »

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