Did You Know?
- More than 8 million American students in grades 4 – 12 are struggling readers.
- 37% of American 4th graders read below “basic” level.
- 68% of American 8th graders read below the proficient level, many without even the most basic literacy skills.
- 3000 students will drop out of high school today, the majority are poor readers.
- In Kindergarten, 100% of children want to learn to read—they are enthusiastic and motivated. However, by 12th grade, only 24.4% of students read anything for pleasure, daily.
- Between 1996 & 2006 the average literacy level required for all American occupations is projected to rise by 14%.
- Two-thirds of American classrooms have fewer than 50 children’s books, and almost 60% of childcare centers buy fewer than one book per child a year.
The Greater Boston Jewish Coalition for Literacy mobilizes the Jewish community to help ensure that all children learn to read by the end of third grade. Synagogues, Jewish organizations and day schools form partnerships with public elementary schools and community centers in underserved communities. Through these venues, volunteers participate in service, book donations, and advocacy. The Coalition provides training and resources to prepare program participants to provide high quality services to students and partners.
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