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The Children’s Reading Foundation

The READY! for Kindergarten work-

shops were very beneficial in helping 

me foster a culture of learning in my 

household. I was given an abundance 

of free learning materials and tools 

that are FUN and EASY to use with my 

child. My son and I still use these mate-

rials often, and there wasn’t one activity 

we didn’t enjoy together.” 

Paige Hosford

Sunnyslope Elementary School (Oregon)

My daughter knew her alphabet, 

counting, and simple things, but I was 

not sure what to do next. The program 

gave me tools to use at the right time 

to help with her learning. Each time 

I went to a workshop, I learned more 

about her development and what she 

was capable of. My child asks to do 

the activities, and it helps to have that 

positive time together.”

Toni Wheeler

Capital Area Community Services 

Head Start (Michigan)

READY! for Kindergarten workshops 

are warm and friendly settings with 

other parents. They gave me the tools 

and knowledge to nurture our child’s 

learning journey. I felt supported and 

that I was doing the right thing. Using 

the methods we learned improved our 

quality time through purposeful play. 

Our son learned faster, and it allowed 

us to focus on skill development.”

Cassandra Krawec Paul

McMinnville School District (Oregon)

A Word From the Parents We Serve

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