The Early Literacy program helps families and their preschool-age children prepare for kindergarten. These programs support parents and families as their children's first and most important teachers. Early Literacy fosters strong family-school partnerships using interactive activities.

Children and families in the Early Literacy program participate in fun "school-like" experiences. The 37-topic curriculum aligns with evidence-based instruction and FCPS’ Portrait of a Graduate. Parents and families also learn from each other during discussions led by the instructor. Discussion topics include:

• The Joy of Sharing Books
• Learning Through Play
• Positive Ways to Communicate with Children
• Understanding Behavior
• Preparing for Kindergarten

Classes meet two times per week in school and community sites across Fairfax County. Early Literacy programs are organized around four cultural/linguistic affinity groups: African Heritage/English, Arabic/English, Hispanic/Spanish, and Korean. Families and their 1-5 year old children are welcome to enroll. Early Literacy Programs are FREE for Fairfax County residents.

For more information, contact Laura Cook at lecook@fcps.edu or 703-204-4330.