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A first grader demonstrates that he understands what he has read. Watch as he tells what he learned from his book, and how he connects what he has read to what he already knows.
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Public libraries are a great resource for your child’s literacy learning. They often provide free literacy events, in addition to children’s audio and print books. Library staff can help find resources to support your child’s learning at home.
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