Improving reading comprehension is a lifelong task. Whether you have been reading English literature your whole life or are in the early stages of building your literacy, there is always room for improvement. Here are a few tips for improving …
When considering what makes up a children’s storybook, rhyming is likely one of the first things that comes to mind. There are few, without a doubt, who have not been exposed to rhyming stories at some point in their …
Have you ever wondered who the Literacy Council Gulf Coast is and what we do? We would love to tell you a little bit about us! The Literacy Council Gulf Coast is the largest nonprofit, nongovernmental literacy agency. We have …
There are many components to reading but there are five main pillars that are essential and recognized as the foundation of reading skills. These five pillars include phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. Let’s take a deeper look at …
National Reading Group Month is dedicated to bringing groups of readers together to help promote their love of literature. There are plenty of virtual or local book clubs you can join, or you could start your own! Bookclubz.com is a …
In honor of Indigenous People’s Day, we are taking a deeper look at Indigenous literacy. The National Center for Education Statistics reports that Indigenous students score 19 points lower in reading than their peers. Additionally, these students also perform two …
Maria first came to the Gulf Coast Literacy Council to learn English. She also brought her three young children to the Moms & Tots program. All three of her children have since excelled in school, participated in dual enrollment, taking …
International Literacy Day was declared by The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 1966. The day serves as a reminder that literacy is a basic human right and to raise awareness about literacy problems all around the …
Back to school is right around the corner and we want students to be successful. Homework and studying are often big parts of a student’s academic success. Here are our top 5 tips to implement at home to help your …
