Jump into Reading: An Initiative Supporting Children Learning to Read

Abstract

If you’ve spent any time providing reference at a public library, you’ve probably experienced a parent asking, “My child is learning to read; what do you recommend?” There are so many factors to consider when helping new or struggling readers!

Public libraries are great at helping young children before they start learning to read and then engaging school-aged children after they can read. But what about supporting them in between, when they are learning to read?