Libraries foster partnership and collaboration to support family literacy. Librarians offer outreach to daycare centers, Head Starts and other child care providers to support the needs of at–risk children and their parents.

Libraries are instrumental in offering support in the following areas:

• Reading Readiness/Modeling of Reading Skills
  
• Lifelong Learning Environment
  
• Community Support and Collaboration
  
• Parenting Programs

The State Library of Ohio does not offer direct family literacy services. However, we are available to assist librarians in defining and implementing family literacy concepts and programs. Below you will find information on programs related to family fiteracy, and resources that may assist you in offering family literacy programming.

For more information on family literacy or funding for family literacy programs contact Janet Ingraham Dwyer, Library Consultant, jdwyer@library.ohio.gov.