Words are important!
In school and in life, much of learning happens through language. Whether listening to a teacher’s
instructions, reading a book or sharing experiences at the dinner table, words
will be key to children’s growth and development. That’s why a rich vocabulary is essential to
success in school and beyond!
Thanks to our community partnerships and volunteers, we are
growing a community of young word learners. Here’s how: Words are best learned in hands-on ways, in
the places where they are used. The Word Project is helping our
community partners to join parents, caregivers and young children in building
the vocabulary and experiences that will prepare them for kindergarten!
This month, employees at Carr Hardware on Main Street in Great Barrington, have become Word Coaches. They are ready for young children to bring their Word Cards to Carr, search for and learn all about TOOLS, then receive a sticker of a tool at the check-out counter for their card. Together, we can all have a long lasting, far reaching impact on our youngest community members. To learn about becoming a Word Coach wherever you go, watch this short video and visit our website for the next location kick-off date!
Amy
South County Community Liaison
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