January 27 was Family Literacy Day across Saskatchewan, which raises awareness of how important it is to read and engage in activities based within the rich landscape of literacy.
Deputy Premier and Education Minister Gordan Wyant, who proclaimed January’s Family Literacy Day, stressed the importance of reading.
“Literacy skills play a crucial role in a child’s overall development,” said Wyant.
“Family member engagement helps support the foundation of literacy development of children.”
The Parkland Regional Library kicked off the festivities here in Yorkton, with a special storytime with crafts and healthy snacks from kindergarten to Grade 2 at the Chief Gabriel Cote Education Complex on the Cote First Nation.
For more information on Family Literacy Day and activities you can do with your family to promote the love of reading, visit http://www.saskliteracy.ca/
