LIFT Early Literacy Program

The LIFT (Learning through Integrated Family Togetherness) grant supports families in building early literacy skills at home. Through workshops, resources, and family engagement opportunities, our goal is to provide parents and caregivers with simple, effective strategies to support their child’s language and literacy development.

“Supporting families in building strong readers 

from the very beginning.”
 

 “Apoyando a las familias en el desarrollo de lectores desde el comienzo.”

 Our Focus

• Early literacy development for children ages 0–5
• Building vocabulary and language through everyday interactions
• Supporting families with practical, easy-to-use strategies
• Encouraging reading, talking, and play at home

Upcoming Events

July Virtual Early Literacy Series (Wednesdays at 7:00 PM)

• July 8 – Bedtime Story Time + Literacy Tips
• July 15 – Letter & Sound Play
• July 22 – Talk to Teach: Building Vocabulary
• July 29 – Songs, Rhymes & Word Play

★ Sessions are 15–20 minutes and held virtually.
★ Designed for families with children ages 0–5.
★ Bilingual support available (English & Spanish)

Family Resources

Explore simple activities and strategies you can use at home:

• Reading tips for young children
• Language-building activities
• Songs, rhymes, and storytelling ideas

Contact Us

For more information about the LIFT program or upcoming events, please contact:

Beatriz Jimenez
District Community Parent Involvement Specialist
jimenezb@dunellenschools.org

732-400-5580