Advocates for Adult Literacy in Contra Costa County
If I am helping a parent find books for their child who is beginning to read, I would take them to our library’s Easy Reader section. But for children with dyslexia, reading is anything but easy. What can libraries do, … Read More »
News and Upcoming Events include: Megan acting adult literacy program manager as Laura retires. Welcome, Leslie Mladinich, our new Senior Library Literacy Assistant located in East County (Antioch (and Brentwood, once the new Library opens on September 29th). Orinda Books will … Read More »
Upcoming Events JulyAug 2018
MayJune 2018 New Tutor Training coming in July Student Achievements
Upcoming events, student achievement MarApr2018
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Scroll down and click on JanFeb2018 to see the whole newsletter. Here’s a sneak peek: Introducing the New Discovery & Exploration Nook Everyone loves a makeover! With the New Year we bring you a new and improved … Read More »
“Even later in life you can still learn very complex things like reading, which is not an easy skill for someone who has never tried to read before,” https://www.popsci.com/adult-reading-brain#page-3
ESL Conversation Student Support Group Tutor Tips and Workshops Computer Lab NovDec 2017
“Men of Mystery” Thursday, September 28, 6 – 8 p.m., Oak View Room, Walnut Creek Library (1644 N. Broadway) [If you are viewing this on a handheld device, please scroll to bottom for the ticket button or use the link … Read More »
Project Second Chance’s Annual Recognition Event It is estimated that one in five adults in California struggles with reading, such that they would be unable to handle basic literacy tasks. Project Second Chance (PSC) is the Contra Costa County Library Adult … Read More »