Immersing a child in a literacy rich environment from birth can be a stronger predictor of literacy and academic achievement than family income. Children develop much of their capacity to learn in their first three years of life.
Imagination Library was developed in 1995 in Tennessee by Dolly Parton. Each month from the day a child is born until his/her 5th birthday, a book arrives in their mailbox addressed to the child. Books are selected by parents, educators, child development specialists, librarians, publishers, and others specializing in early childhood literacy and sent out by Imagination Library.
Reading regularly with children during their preschool years, gives them the biggest boost toward a successful education. Preschool children ages birth to five who are residents of Gratiot or Isabella counties are eligible for the program. For more information about Imagination Library, select the Imagination Library logo on the right.
Gratiot-Isabella RESD, 1131 E. Center St., P.O. Box 310, Ithaca, MI 48847 989-875-5101 (Phone) - 989-875-2858 (Fax)
