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Reader's Digest Make it Matter Day for Literacy and Education October 3

Reader's Digest holds a vote every year to determine "the cause that matters most" and this year's choice was literacy and education. On this day, local and national organizations across America will come together to rally behind literacy and education. Over 100 events will be held at schools, Boys & Girls Clubs, YMCAs and libraries. Find out what's happening near you!

LitWorld is honored to have been selected to partner with Reader's Digest on Make it Matter Day and we are creating digital books... Join us at realelearners.com and create your own digital book that LitWorld kids all over the world can read!

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News from ParentingPink.com...

A review of WTRW and my latest book recommendation for October, plus they have a snazzy new website design, easier to navigate than before and a sharper logo... check it all out!



What to Read When by Pam Allyn, reviewed by Elizabeth Donovan Sept 24



Only a Witch Can… Continue

Posted by Pam Allyn on October 5, 2009 at 11:09am

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Reader's Digest Make it Matter Day for Literacy and Education October 3 - Feature of the Week 10/2/09

Reader's Digest holds a vote every year to determine "the cause that matters most" and this year's choice was literacy and education. On this day, local and national organizations across America will come together to rally behind literacy and education. Over 100 events will be held at schools, Boys & Girls Clubs, YMCAs and libraries. Find out what's… Continue

Posted by LitLife on October 2, 2009 at 1:59pm

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Raise Your Voice for Literacy!

We truly believe in the transformative potential of literacy education and it's always inspiring to discover others who share our passion for the power of words to change worlds. It is especially exciting when we realize that many others in this country and all over world are ready to take action on this issue!



Reader's Digest holds a vote every year to determine "the cause that matters most" and this year's choice was literacy and education. Tomorrow, Saturday, October 3, has been… Continue

Posted by LitLife on October 2, 2009 at 1:33pm

Pam Allyn

Literacy In Action This Weekend!

Don't forget that Reader's Digest Make It Matter Day is tomorrow, and LitWorld is an honored partner! Lot's of events going on all over the US, check their website for details...



And for those of you in NYC, join us at the fun event we're having with the Amherst Alumni Association at the wonderful Hue-Man bookstore in… Continue

Posted by Pam Allyn on October 2, 2009 at 10:44am

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The Wide World

No matter where we live, today's world gives us access to a phenomenal range of possibilities. We often continue on with our routines without second guessing ourselves, but there have been incredible advances that allow us to engage with one another and our surroundings in surprising new ways and even help us get through our mundane activities more efficiently!



As the educators, family, and friends of our world's children, it is essential that we make an effort to keep up with this… Continue

Posted by LitLife on September 25, 2009 at 5:26pm

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Looking for some help navigating the wide world of "New Media"? - Feature of the Week 9/25/09

Edutopia has just published a really helpful pdf chock full of great tips on websites to check out and advice on what to do once you get there. Download it for free!







The pdf is geared towards teachers, but many of its recommendations and resources apply to everyone who's curious about the options and resources available and is looking for a push to get started on their… Continue

Posted by LitLife on September 25, 2009 at 3:08pm

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What to Read When Interview on New York 1!!!

Check out my segment with Parenting Correspondent Shelley Goldberg...

Reading Aloud Nurtures A Love Of Books

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Pam

Posted by Pam Allyn on September 24, 2009 at 9:52am

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Panel Urges Attention to Adolescent Literacy

I have to share this important article on a Carnegie report calling for changes in reading and writing teaching, grades 1-12.



Panel Urges Attention to Adolescent Literacy

September 15, 2009, by Catherine Gewertz




Experts convened by the Carnegie Corporation of New York call for federal attention to improve older… Continue

Posted by Pam Allyn on September 22, 2009 at 1:33pm

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Make It Matter Day and LitWorld

Reader's Digest subscribers voted for the cause that matters most.



This year's choice? Literacy and education.



On October 3, 2009, we'll rally to support reading, writing, and learning. If we put our collective hearts and hands behind it, we can really make it matter.



LitWorld has partnered with Reader's Digest, join the… Continue

Posted by Pam Allyn on September 14, 2009 at 12:22pm

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It IS possible to motivate large groups! BE INSPIRED!

WATCH THIS! It's inspiring and beautiful and FUN! And what IF we could get the world rallied round inspirations? Whether it be music or an energy to reach out to people, or whatever it is that creates ...positive energy between people! YES! WE! CAN! Watch it!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T22VEBznFVo

Pam

Posted by Pam Allyn on September 14, 2009 at 11:00am

 
 
 

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