Foreword / Saroj Ghoting -- Introduction -- The basics of early childhood development -- Introduction to early literacy : public libraries as a key early literacy resource -- School readiness -- Public libraries bridging the gap -- Developing your own readiness program -- Adult-child program lesson plans -- How the readiness calendar was developed and how to develop your own -- Examples of public library school readiness programs -- Planning a fall session for adults.
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