As we celebrate International Literacy Day, we must remember that in our own country, we have so much work to do in urban literacy education. Currently 64% of 4th graders currently read on grade level (80% if we look at only low-income areas). Thirty-three million adults in our country alone can’t read past third grade. … Continue reading
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Kicking off the New Year with Tackle Reading News
We are so grateful for the support of NFL teams, alum, cheerleaders, and staff who have helped Tackle Reading grow over the last few years. We are kicking off the third year of Tackle Reading day this March 1, 2019. Let’s catch up on stories featuring the book and educational movement. Together, we can tackle … Continue reading
Personalized Literacy Consulting
Businesses and corporations have been hiring consultants for years to help them grow and achieve the best results. Forward thinking schools and districts around the country have also seen the benefits of hiring an educational consultant to support their teachers, teachers, and school community. While elementary schools continue to progress by implementing effective … Continue reading
2019 Tackle Reading Team!
Meet the Creators: Michelle Staubach Grimes, Beyond the Laces, and Kathryn Starke Team Up Again for the 2nd annual Tackle Reading Across America Day This March 2, 2018, Michelle Staubach Grimes, literacy advocate and author, and Bob Salomon, the creator of Beyond the Laces, are kicking off the second annual Tackle Reading across America Day … Continue reading
Join our #TackleReading Day-March 2, 2020!
March 2, 2020: 3rd Annual Tackle Reading Across America Day…Your Classroom, School, or Football Team Can Join our Team This Year!! **Presented by Kathryn Starke, Michelle Staubach Grimes, and Beyond the Laces March 2nd is the birthday of everyone’s favorite author, Dr. Seuss. This year, we are observing the day on Monday, March 2, … Continue reading
Fall into Real Reading Results-CMP Catalog
2018-2019 Literacy Catalog Visit: http://creativemindspublications.com/ for book reviews, testimonials, results, literacy services, contact info, & our impact in urban literacy education Books: Our books are in homes, schools, museums, stores, and events in all 50 states, over 26 countries, and on 6 continents. … Continue reading
20 Innovate Ways to Help Your Child Tackle Reading
Make superhero masks to wear and build confidence while reading. Locate the setting of the books you are reading on a map or globe. Prepare a snack that matches the book. (ex: green eggs and ham) Bring the book to life by going on a field trip matching the settings. Be a talk show host … Continue reading
