This information will be placed at the end of the environmental experiences to fully establish the meaning and purpose of the experience. It will introduce the importance of literacy in Kansas City and provide ways to get involved.
Embarrassed?
This is an emotion that over 225, 000 adults in the Kansas City area experience every day because they are not able to read. Without reading comprehension, many are able to get by but are denied of information that many people take for granted. Things like job applications, menus, street signs, prescription labels, billboards, mail and even this website are inaccessible. When you can read, you enter a new world of opportunities.
Overwhelmed?
This is an emotion that over 225, 000 adults in the Kansas City area experience every day because they are not able to read. Without reading comprehension, many are able to get by but are denied of information that many people take for granted. Things like job applications, menus, street signs, prescription labels, billboards, mail and even this website are inaccessible. When you can read, you enter a new world of opportunities.
You Made It!
225,000 adults in the Kansas City area function at the lowest literacy level. This represents the emotions felt by individuals learning to read. Without reading comprehension, many are able to get by but are denied of information that many people take for granted. Things like job applications, menus, street signs, prescription labels, billboards, mail and even this website are inaccessible. When you can read, you enter a new world of opportunities. Literacy KC
Literacy KC certifies volunteers and tutors and matches them with adult learners from across the Kansas City metropolis area. They provide free one-to-one tutoring for students age 16 and above. Almost half of students are ages 30 to 50 years old. Students are paired with tutors based on reading level and commit to one year of phonics-based sessions that include study skills, budgeting and other valuable topics.
Need? Contact Literacy KC by calling (816) 333-9332 to test your literacy level and receive free tutoring sessions.
Give? Volunteering with Literacy KC is one of the most rewarding ways to give to the city. We offer other opportunities including tutors, office support, special event volunteers, sponsors and donors. Visit www.literacykc.org or call (816) 333-9332 (x107) to get involved!
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