Pageturners, Ink

	“Pageturners, Ink is a program I would recommend to any library.”
	Christine Policastro Children’s Librarian, South Orange Library Read more of what Christine has to say about Pageturners, Ink.
	“ The program has been so successful that we intend to keep presenting it at our library for each group of emergent readers as long as Ellen is willing.”
	Carole Bollini Youth Services Librarian, Ramsey Public Library Read more of what Carole has to say about Pageturners, Ink.
	“We all felt the workshops were so worthwhile, and a perfect adjunct to an organization like the library. We were especially impressed with how well your teaching techniques worked with such young children.”
	Jane Folger Children's Librarian, Maplewood Library
	“We all loved your classes. Your ability to educate and stimulate their interest was wonderful…”
	Read more of what South Orange parent Miriam Funtoniez has to say about Pageturners, Ink.
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What is Pageturners, Ink?

…Parents often ask, “What else can I do?” to encourage the growth of a child who loves to read. PI is a series of Author Study workshops for emergent readers (ages 4-5) and their parents or caregivers that models strategies for developing the habits of lifelong readers. Through an eclectic mix of reading philosophies from whole language to phonics, guided reading to Reading Recovery, on-line archives and author websites, children engage in an in-depth study of an author’s work. Parent/child projects in the workshop reinforce concepts, and sharing time helps to create a community where literacy is embraced. Parent journals encourage reflection on the process of learning to read. Weekly letters home are filled with suggestions and follow-up activities, as well as explanations of the pedagogy.

How often does it meet?

Each author is studied for three or four weeks, one hour a week.

How large are the workshops?

Workshops work best with a maximum of ten children and ten parent/caregivers.

What authors do you study?

• Eric Carle
• Tomie dePaulo
• Vera Williams
• Mem Fox
• Ezra Jack Keats
• And many other well-known and loved authors.