Wednesday, September 06, 2006
Did you participate in Jumpstart's Read for the Record campaign on August 24th? We did and had a great time with "The Little Engine That Could". Below is an e-mail I received concerning the outcome to the world record attempt:
Hi Tammy,
Thank you for participating in Jumpstart’s Read for the Record and helping set the world record for the most children reading with an adult on August 24, 2006! Not only did you read with a child in your life, but you also helped raise awareness about early childhood education for all children.
I’m elated by the outpouring of support and the level of participation nationwide - based on documentation which has been sent in to date, 140,387 people participated at over 800 events in 45 states!To see event photos and updates on the final count of participants, please visit Jumpstart’s Read for the Record website. In addition, tell us about your record-setting experience and your suggestions for Jumpstart's Read for the Record 2007.
Don’t let the excitement stop here - I also invite you, your friends and family to participate in the new Jumpstart to Kindergarten program. By signing up at http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?t=xachsxbab.0.5hkcfybab.wydb5tbab.4364&ts=S0207&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jstart.org%2Fjs2k, families will receive monthly updates tailored to the developmental milestones of their child – what his age appropriate reading level is, how her brain is developing – as well as suggested reading and activities to help their child succeed in school.
Thank you for your participation in Jumpstart’s Read for the Record Campaign 2006 and see you next year!
The Jumpstart to Kindergarten program sounds interesting. To get an idea of what it is all about, check out the sample newsletter and don't forget to look over the School Readiness checklist. I have signed up and will be sure to pass any information along to you.
