Celebrate Read Across Iowa this March with ISU Extension and Outreach!
Iowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach in Polk County is excited to host several literacy events throughout the month of March! Read Across Iowa, which coincides with National Literacy Month, is a special month-long celebration to help motivate children to read and bring the joy of reading to students of all ages. ISU Extension in Polk County will kick off the month by offering a special session of Our Bookshelf, a virtual program to help parents make reading fun for their preschoolers. Additionally, they will host three library story times across Polk County with partner libraries.
Our Bookshelf
Our Bookshelf is a virtual program where parents of preschoolers learn skills to provide their children with early literacy and language experiences that lead to school readiness. Those enrolled in the session will receive a free book and reading guide. Additionally, participants will be able to provide feedback to help determine future program times and opportunities. Registration is required.
When: Sunday, March 5 from 4-4:30 p.m.
Cost: Free! Register by March 4
Want to learn more about Our Bookshelf? Reach out to Michelle Schott, family wellbeing educator for ISU Extension in Polk County at mim@iastate.edu or at 515-664-8272.
Read Across Iowa Library Story Times
Join ISU Extension in Polk County for a fun read-aloud and hands-on nutrition-based activity. Each story time will feature a book with an agriculture theme and remind everyone how “Agriculture Connects Us All.” Families will receive a free book at the events!
When:
- Thursday, March 9 at 10:00 a.m. at the Grimes Public Library
- Monday, March 20 at 10:00 a.m. at the Polk City Community Library
- Wednesday, March 29 at 10:30 am at the Bondurant Community Library
Cost: Free!
Read Across Iowa is organized as a collaborative effort between the Iowa Agriculture Literacy Foundation, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, and Iowa 4-H Youth Development.
To learn more visit the Iowa Agriculture Literacy Foundation website.
About Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Polk County
For over 100 years, ISU Extension and Outreach in Polk County has served its residents by connecting them to research and resources developed by Iowa State University. Knowledge and programs offered through the ISU Extension Polk County office have been specifically tailored to represent, enhance, and meet the needs of Polk County residents and the community. For 2023 ISU Extension in Polk County will focus on local issues including K-12 youth outreach; family and food; and agriculture and the environment. ISU Extension and Outreach in Polk County is part of a 99-county campus backed by research to serve all Iowans to create a strong Iowa.
