Children Learn Early Reading Skills at Area Libraries
Children can grow and have fun learning how to read at the Jan Platt and John F Germany public libraries. So can mom and dad.
The libraries of South Tampa offer several free programs for children that focus on improving their early literacy skills. These programs not only set the stage for children to become great readers, but also teach parents learn how to continue their kids’ growth at home. “Early Literacy is not just about teaching children to read. It's about teaching them the skills they need in order to be ready to learn how to read when it's time.” explained Lorie Tonti, coordinator of youth programs at the John F. Germany Public Library (900 N. Ashley Dr.). “If a child is not familiar with the alphabet, they won't be able to form letters into words when it's time for them to begin learning how to read,” Tonti said. “By learning early literacy skills, …
