Early Literacy Resources

Early literacy — reading, writing, speaking and listening — is essential to building a strong foundation for success in school and in life. Research shows that students who are reading and writing proficiently by third grade are four times more likely to graduate.

Standards of Learning Guides

Learn more about what your child should be learning at each grade level.

• Kindergarten: English (PDF) | Spanish
• Grade 1: English (PDF) | Spanish
• Grade 2: English (PDF) | Spanish
• Grade 3: English (PDF) | Spanish

Other Resources to Support Literacy at Home

• Supporting Early Literacy at Home: A Guide for Families (PDF)
• Be a Learning Hero
• Study Blue
• National PTA Standards
• Scholastic Parents
• Parent Toolkit

Spread Kindness (Not Germs)
A Video Series from Arts for Learning, The Virginia Affiliate of Young Audiences