The Scottsdale Family Resource Center (SFRC), housed at the Paiute Neighborhood Center, has announced the launch of the Little ReadER Book Club, a new educational program aimed at fostering a love for reading among children. Established with a sizeable contribution from friends of local resident and community advocate Edmond Richard, the Little ReadER Book Club will provide a seven-week program connecting children and their caregivers through books and early-learning activities. According to a recent announcement by the SFRC, the initiative is a collaboration with the Scottsdale Public Library and intends to equip each child with six new books for their home collection.
A reception is planned to introduce the book club today at the SFRC's location, 6535 E. Osborn Road, building 7. The event is not only an opportunity to celebrate early literacy, but also a nod to Richard's commitment to improving local youth education programs especially, in south Scottsdale. Parents and caregivers interested in participating or learning more are directed to the Scottsdale city website, where they can find additional details about the SFRC's offerings.
This initiative comes in the wake of the SFRC's ongoing efforts to provide support at no cost to families, parents, caregivers, and expectant parents. Their work aligns closely with the goals of First Things First, a funding source known for their investment in the development, education, and health of Arizona's young children. The Little ReadER Book Club is the latest in the SFRC's programs designed to make a tangible difference in the literacy and educational outcomes for children in the region.
