…and communities the books and resources they need to foster lifelong learning. Become a member of the Storyteller Society today, joining with like-minded individuals who are committed to the future of Tennessee. As a member of the Storyteller Society, you will receive the following benefits as a thank you for your support: $1,000-$2,499 Empower literacy and lifelong learning Newsletter on the state of Early Literacy in Tennessee Recognition on social…
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Booker’s Book Club
Booker is the mascot of Governor’s Early Literacy Foundation. He champions literacy for young readers across Tennessee. By joining Booker’s Book Club, you will be giving Tennessee children, their caregivers, and their communities the books and support they need to become lifelong readers. Your monthly gift sustains efforts to help Tennessee children from birth to 3rd grade learn to read, a vital skill that positively impacts the rest of their…
read moreThe State of the Child in Tennessee: Kids Count Report on Child Well-Being
The Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth (TCCY) is an independent state agency created by the Tennessee General Assembly to advocate for improvements in the quality of life for Tennessee children and families. TCCY is a state KIDS COUNT affiliate, and partial funding is provided through a grant from the Annie E. Casey Foundation. The KIDS COUNT: The State of the Child in Tennessee report, released annually by TCCY, focuses…
read more3rd Grade Reading Proficiency in Tennessee: Statewide & County Statistics
Less than half of Tennessee’s third graders read proficiently. For proficiency levels by school district, click here. Please note this is the most recent data reported from 2018-2019. At Governor’s Early Literacy Foundation, our early literacy mission is driven by a long-term goal to increase 3rd grade reading proficiency in Tennessee. Research shows that our key programs support positive impacts on a child’s vocabulary development, school readiness and reading skills…
read moreSpeaker Request Form & Speaker Kit: Bios & Headshots
…you would like to request a GELF speaker at an event, please fill out the contact request form here and choose the “Request a GELF speaker” option from the drop-down menu. (insert link to contact page) From there, your request will be submitted, and our team will follow-up with availability. Below are links to our Speaker Kit, including staff bios and headshots Click here to download the GELF Speaker Kit….
read moreLet’s Celebrate Postal Worker Appreciation Day on July 1st!
…you card for your child to color and place in your mail box. Take a picture of your child with the thank you card and share it on social media. Please tag us so we can see it, too! Click here to download a card for coloring and printing. Wondering how the books get to your mailbox? All of the Imagination Library books delivered in the United States are wrapped…
read moreK-3 Family Reading Time at Home Guides
…things to do after reading the book together. These can include drawing, making maps, acting out the story, and getting to know fun facts about family members that all relate to the book read together. Below is a link to these resources, provided by the Tennessee Department of Education for their At-Home Reading Series, to support home learning during this time. Click here to download the guides, tips and activities….
read moreCelebrate the Season with Reading: Imagination Library Books & Activities for Holiday Family Fun
…Imagination Library books on our website. Check out these Imagination Library books and reading activities perfect for the holiday season. Baking Day at Grandma’s by Anika Denise After reading this adorable book, enjoy these fun “Baking Day at Grandma’s” activities! Find “Baking Day at Grandma’s” Activities Goodnight Tractor by Michelle Robinson and Nick East Here is an adorable coloring sheet based on “Goodnight Tractor” Download Printable Coloring Sheet Here Llama…
read moreImagination Library Improves Head Start School Readiness: 2010 Hamblen County Study
In 2006, Hamblen County developed a student readiness survey that was administered to Hamblen County preschool students and 3 & 4 year old Head Start students. Data collected, along with quotes from parents, preschool teachers, Head Start instructors, and community partners, are presented in this study. The report found that Imagination Library (IL) participants scored significantly higher on the student readiness survey than non-IL participants. Click here for the full…
read moreLearning Loss in Tennessee Due to COVID-19: 50% Decrease in 3rd Grade Reading Proficiency
…students and families by putting books and learning resources in the hands, classrooms and homes of children in Tennessee, regardless of location or socioeconomic background. Since the beginning of the pandemic, GELF has distributed over 2.5 million books to children, birth to third grade, across the state. Now more than ever, we need to come together and be Tennessee Strong to lift up our children and their ability to read….
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