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How many of our children are prepared for kindergarten? Success By 6 has partnered with the Shelby County Public Schools this year to help assess kindergarten preparedness and learn the answer to this question. Southside Elementary has piloted a comprehensive kindergarten-entry assessment for their students. Keep reading for more details. |
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Reading books with children is essential to their development. It's also a great way to focus on the family, and connecting language to everyday experience helps children learn to speak and eventually read better. Use the following link to see 100 great books to read in kindergarten and tips you can use to make reading more fun. |
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WLKY has been the official media partner for Success By 6 for nearly a decade. WLKY has recently produced a DVD with information on early childhood topics including health, safety, child care and early literacy. This DVD is ideal for use in waiting areas used by young children and their families or for training purposes. If you would like a copy for your office or for use with families that you serve, please contact Lynn Smith, 502.292.6200. |
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Kindergarten Countdown:
From May 23 through August 4, children starting kindergarten in the fall can pick up a free T-shirt at any Louisville Free Public Library branch. T-shirts will not be available at Kindergarten Countdown events. This summer’s events include activities at the Speed Art Museum (6/13), YMCA (6/25), Kentucky Derby Museum (7/11), Louisville Science Center (7/25), Walden Theatre (7/31 & 8/7) and Slugger Field (8/4). Get more details by clicking on individual dates on our Events calendar. |
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