Read Up Reading Club – Eastview Neighbourhood CC, Danforth South
| What is it? | A free program that supports children learning to read. |
| Area of focus | Supporting children’s reading/ literacy |
| Agency/ Provider | Eastview Neighbourhood CC |
| Description |
Eastview’s reading program was launched in 2005 by teacher and children’s author, Sheilah Currie. The program’s aim is to support the literacy learning children receive in school by providing a bag of books at each child’s individual reading level (corresponding to the same leveling system used in elementary schools). A team of dedicated volunteers is on hand to assist with any challenging text, and the books are sent home with the children for extra practice throughout the week. Chapter books are also available for older children (Grades 3-8), and picture books may be borrowed for pre-schoolers. If you live in the neighbourhood, feel free to drop by. We’re working together to help your child become a skilled and confident reader. Read Up runs on Tuesday Evenings between 5:30 – 6:30 pm, all year ’round. |
| Communities Served | Eastview is committed to improving the quality of life of residents primarily in the area bounded by Greenwood, Broadview, Danforth and Queen Streets. |
| Languages Served | The program is in English. |
| Website | http://eastviewcentre.com/programs/read |
| Contact Information |
Eastview Neighbourhood CC
86 Blake Street, Toronto, Ontario M4J 3C9
Tel: 416.392.1750 Fax: 416.392.1175 |
| Client Outreach and Support Tips | Membership is open to all and suggested, for a nominal yearly fee of: $10.00 for individuals – children & youth, adults & seniors. $30.00 for families.Membership forms are available at reception Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 9:00 pm and Saturdays from 9:00 am – 5 pm or you can download the forms: http://eastviewcentre.com/membership/ |