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Over 200 books will be distributed annually through early childhood activities and fundraising activities to promote high quality childcare and resources for families. Every fall a 'free family fun night' is hosted at the Kearney Area Children's Museum where 100 bi-lingual books are distributed to families and a QR code is included to draw parents' attention to local resources. In December 100 additional bi-lingual books are distributed at a year end fundraiser. In 2024, the HelpCare Clinic bilingual case manager read the bilingual book to families. It is a priority to support multi-generational bilingual skills and continue to support heritage of minority groups in the community. It is also a strategy to support bilingual mental health workforce development by encouraging bilingual literacy at an early age.
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C-ACT-1068
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Community Book Gardens came to fruition in Schuyler in October after a Writer's Workshop was held in September for 13 community members. Free children's books can be found in bookstands at these Schuyler locations: Soak 3 Times Laundromat, WIC Clinic, CHI, the African Store and the Schuyler Public Library. Three different ages/stages of children's book are available. Three different sets of books are available including 0-3 years, 4-6 years and 6-8 years. QR code for how to access digital books is provided by NE Growing Readers.
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C-ACT-1135
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GCC supports multi-generational literacy by creating engaging, accessible programs: Family Cafes: Learning and Engagement Storytime for Kids: While parents learn about topics of interest, children join the youth coordinator for stories that inspire a love for reading. Take-Home Resources: Families receive a book and toy at every Family Cafe, encouraging continued reading and engagement at home. Mobile Story Walks: Reading Meets Activity At community events, GCC’s mobile story walks combine literacy with physical activity, making reading fun and interactive. When funds allow, free books are distributed to families, ensuring access to literacy resources..These initiatives foster a love for reading, build multi-generational connections, and promote literacy both at home and in the community. GCC is creating a culture of lifelong learning, one book at a time.
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C-ACT-1173