EARLY ELEMENTARY
Resources for families, childcare providers, and educators.
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CHILDREN ARE ABLE TO READ AT THEIR GRADE LEVEL BY 3RD GRADEIt is important that children have mastered foundational literacy skills by the end of their 3rd grade year. In Muncie, children and their families have access to a wide variety of opportunities to ensure that they are prepared to read and learn independently.
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Ready Readers
These one-on-one literacy training and tutoring sessions are free of cost and offered by the Muncie Public Library for children ages 2 to 5th grade. Free Year-round Learn more |
Motivate Our Minds
This after-school program provides academic achievement and enrichment programs focused on empowering the next generation of educators, innovators, and leaders. $10 per week Applications open Learn more |
School Age Child Care
In YMCA of Muncie Out of School Time program, students are engaged in a variety of fun activities that build on what they are learning in school, with a focus on literacy. Free Year-round Learn more |
Writing Camps
Offering programming in the summer and throughout the academic year for youth in grades 4-12 who are interested in opportunities to write and have fun with some of the most engaging teachers in the local area. Options: Free up to $180 Multiple registration types Learn more |
Summer Learning
Camp Adventure Collaboration between BSU and local public and charter schools. This effort focuses on providing K-5 students with summer learning opportunities for kids while supporting novice teachers. Free Spring registration Learn more |
Danielle's Popcorn
Danielle's Popcorn offers a reading program that focuses on literacy and comprehension by motivating K-5 students to read & receive popcorn rewards for their progress. Free Always available Learn more |
Summer Reading
Program Kids can earn points for prizes by completing reading logs either online or on a paper log available at any MPL branch. No library card required. Free Spring registration Learn more |
Little Free Libraries
Little Free Libraries provide free, donated books to all through a "take one, leave one" system. They extend the availability and work to boldter childhood literacy rates throughout Delaware County. Free Always available Learn more |
Ready, Jet, Go!
This spring break program is a kids introduction to space, earth science, and technology. Students explore the solar system and how it affects our planet, all while learning about friendship and teamwork. $10 per child Spring registration open Learn more |
Digital Climbers
Program that encourages students ages 8 and up to work independently to master technology skills. Activities are STEAM based, (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics). Free Monthly classes available Learn more |
INDEPENDENT READING
Let your child choose books that interest them, even if they're slightly below their current level. This can build confidence and a love for reading. |
COMPREHENSION
Ask questions about what they've read to check their understanding. Discuss the main ideas, characters, and events in the story. |
READ ALOUD TOGETHER
This can help them with fluency, pronunciation, and comprehension. You can start by reading a paragraph and then having them read the next. |
