Let's Get This Party Started! International Literacy Day is Just Around the Corner

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International Literacy Day is observed every September 8, with the purpose of raising awareness about global literacy issues This year, the day is dedicated to 21st century literacies.

The International Reading Association will kick off its month-long celebration on September 9. The organization's theme for this year's celebration is "Invent Your Future," and events and activities will focus on the literacy skills students need to be successful in school, work and life.

If you're looking for some resources to raise your students' awareness of the importance of developing strong literacy skills, check out some of these ...

Celebrate International Literacy Day! ReadWriteThink lesson plans for Grades K-12

The Book Chook - Ideas from an Australian writers who loves children's literacy and literature

 

Idea Starters - International Literacy Day Courtesy of IRA

 





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