Macaulay Child Development Centre - Early Literary Specialists

Did you know that a child’s knowledge of songs and rhymes at age 3 is a predictor of her ability to read at age 6? This is just one example of how a child’s early experiences right from birth help her to develop the literacy skills needed to be successful in school and life.

Macaulay Child Development Centre is the host agency for the Ontario Early Years Early Literacy Specialists in Toronto.

Early Literacy Specialists provide education and resources to parents/caregivers, Ontario Early Years Centres and community organizations to strengthen, support and promote literacy-rich environments for children newborn to age six.

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Individual consultations, early literacy activities and workshops for parents/caregivers and professionals are provided. They are customized and offered in a variety of formats.

Examples of workshop topicsinclude:

Brain development
Print awareness
Songs, rhymes & games
Choosing Appropriate Books
Story Telling
Speech/Language Development
School Readiness

To reach an Early Literacy Specialist in your area or to book a visit or workshop, call (416)789-7441 and ask for:

East Quadrant – Cathy Webb x 329
South Quadrant – Dave Page x 328
West Quadrant – Maria Velasquez x 327
North Quadrant – Ruth Gayle x 338