Literacy is crucial for children! It lays the foundation for academic success, cognitive development, and future opportunities. Literacy empowers children with communication skills, fosters creativity, and builds empathy. Early literacy skills, such as vocabulary development and narrative skills, are essential for reading and writing, impacting academic and social-emotional well-being.
Hello, Awesome Educators,
I understand how busy teachers are and how finding quality resources can easily fall to the bottom of your to-do list. To help, I’ve compiled a list of websites designed to save you time. I’ve done the work for you—no more clicking through links only to discover they’re not what you need. I will be adding to this page when I find something that may be worthwhile for you.
All of these resources are free or have excellent free versions, with the option to upgrade if you choose. Even without upgrading, the free versions offer a wealth of materials you can use right away. We do not endorse any specific programs, but these are tools we’ve found helpful for enhancing lessons, providing information, or supporting interventions.
Happy Teaching,
Jess
Literacy - IL Standards
Special Education
Executive Functioning - SLDSu