Family Literacy

Well, school is back in Full Swing and I thought we'd talk a little about Literacy and how you can make a difference in your community. First off, lets talk about a few events that are coming up - these are mostly FREE - meaning that you only spend on things you want - not for the privilege of going to the event. =0)

Benson Farmers Market
Between Military & Maple
Each Saturday, 8-12 pm

Special: Buy 4 books and get a gift!

Special Announcement:

September 13th - Book Harvest The Benson Farmer's Market will be sponsoring a

Book Harvest for the Omaha Food Bank.

Buy a Book & Keep It!

Buy a Book & Donate It!

Make a Donation!

** Once Again Kids Closet Consignment Sale: September 5-6th, 2008

Open to the Public: Friday - 9-5 pm Saturday (1/2 price day) - 9-1pm At: East Side Christian Church, 331 West Bennett Ave, Council Bluffs From I-80 take Exit 5. Left at stop light toward Mall of the Bluffs. Left lane to Walgreens light (Bennett Ave). Left at light. Right behind Walgreens, door to auditorium will be open. To register to consign or as a vendor go to: http://www.onceagainkidscloset.com/ or call Susan @ 402-515-9100

***** HELP WANTED! ****** Business Opportunity Event! Come see what Usborne has to offer you and your family! 7 pm - Panera Bread at 72nd & Giles Please RSVP to Tina Peterson greatbooks4kids@yahoo.com, email any questions that you'd like answered & bring a friend!

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Harvest Moon Festival @ Santa's Woods Tree Farm

(3764 Hwy 133, Blair NE)

September 20, 2008 9 am - 4 pm

Wine tasting & Culinary cook-off

Music, history, hayrack rides, raffles, petting zoo, kids games, pumpkin darts, hay maze & more!

** Pretag your Trees for Christmas!

Usborne Books will be there!

Literacy for a Lifetime Bookfair benefitting the Nebraska/

Iowa Food Bank's new literacy program!

*** Buy 4 books & get a FREE gift as a thank you ***

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Did You Know?

• Many states look at 4th grade reading statistics to project prison bed needs when those 4th graders turn 18, because if they aren't reading at grade level in 4th grade, they will be functionally illiterate at graduation (if they don't drop out first).


• Most inmates are illiterate--something like 85%. When taught to read, only 15% will return to prison upon release. The flip side: those who don't learn to read will go back.


• Experts tell us children need to hear 1000 stories read aloud before they begin to learn to read for themselves." -Reading Magic: Why Reading Aloud to Our Children Will Change Their Lives Forever, Mem Fox, Harcourt, 2001

How Long does it take to read 1000 Stories?

1 Story a Day - 3 years / 2 Stories a Day - 2 years / 3 Stories a Day - 1 year

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Why do people start their own business with Usborne?
The Usborne Opportunity
"We provide economic opportunity while fostering strong family values."

Ruth Smith - Director in Austin, TX:

"When I started with UBAH I just wanted these fantastic books at a discount. Then I realized: People involved in UBAH value children & education, too! UBAH benefits include - income, recognition, friendship & vacation incentives, while promoting literacy. UBAH management is solid & caring. Potential is limitless! Now, I help others reach their goals. Success is achievable at all levels, even for those who, like myself, are far exceeding their expectations. Enjoy a flexible, profitable and rewarding business with UBAH!"

Usborne Books can give you: A Rewarding Career! Training & Support! A Balanced Family Life! Set your own schedule around family, school & sports activities, church!