RESOURCES FOR LEARNERS Savoury on the
Tongue : An Anthology of Writing from Newfoundland and Labrador (2002) An anthology of
creative writing prepared by the Writers’ Alliance of Newfoundland
and Labrador (WANL), for use in adult literacy programs. Brings together
29 of the province’s finest writers in a vibrant new anthology
of fiction and poetry. Engaging and accessible pieces, serving up irresistible
fare for both learners and teachers. Port Hawkesbury
Looking Back... Connecting Literacy and Community (2002) A project which
recognised the need for relevant adult learning material written for
Level 1 and 2 learners in the Community Learning Initiative Program
in Nova Scotia. As Long as the
Rivers Flow (2002) The story of a
boy’s last summer before residential school, by award-winning
First Nations writer Larry Loyie. A wonderful story of a way of life.
A bittersweet story that is as beautifully told in pictures as it is
in word. Math Literacy
Promotional Materials (2003) Help promote numeracy
across Canada. Included in the material : double-sided math literacy
tipsheets and wallet cards with these topics : Food & Drink, Home
Renovation and Travel. Provide some useful tips and conversions, e.g.
If you have centimetres - Multiply by 10 - To get millimetres. Wallet
cards available in English, and tipsheets also available in French. Live & Learn:
Profiling Successful Outcomes in Literacy (2003) A document showing
the benefits of literacy training. Dedicated to learners and workers
in this province’s literacy programs. Contains remarkable learner
stories that are matched with literacy-related issues in a document
aimed towards better education for all. Also available in French, with
French-language learner stories (Vivre et apprendre : Un profil des
réussites en alphabétisation). Newborn Literacy
Kit (2003) Part of the government’s
plan to help Ontario’s children get a strong start so they’re
ready to learn once they begin school. Includes a book by award-winning
author, Barbara Reid, a video, a CD or audiocassette and a passport
to store records like immunization cards. Designed to encourage parents
and caregivers to read to their children right from birth. The Northern
Edge, Online newspaper A new resource
for adult literacy learners, launched in February, 2003. An interactive
online newspaper that has articles and online language quizzes written
at a level and in a style that is accessible to a range of learners.
Learners can hear the articles read to them and they can read along
following the text as it is highlighted in blue. |
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