Research shows that 50% of children from underserved communities start first grade up to two years behind in their language and literacy development skills compared to children in high-income communities.
In addition to early literacy advocacy, Taarifa Readers & Storytellers promotes BIOPC authors and illustrators. Research also shows that children feel more connected to society when they read authentically cultural books.
Anyone who has the opportunity to engage with an infant, toddler or preschooler through literacy can unleash a super power to create lifelong enthusiasm for reading.
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