Literacy is more than just reading, writing and numeracy. Literacy is the ability to access, understand and use print information. Literacy helps people reach their goals, develop their potential, and take part in society.
Literacy programs for adults learners who struggle with reading, writing or math. This a safe, welcoming place where you can improve your literacy skills and gain confidence.
For more information visit our Adult Literacy page.
Or contact our Adult Literacy Coordinator: famlit@readsurreywhiterock.com
The Partners Adult Tutor Program is a one-to-one tutoring program for adults who struggle with reading, writing or math. Learners are matched with a volunteer tutor and they work together to develop a learning plan based on the learner’s goals.
A guided book club where learners read a book together with a friendly supportive facilitator. Meetings are once a week (online) and each series runs for 6 weeks.
For more information visit our Family Literacy page.
Or contact our Family Literacy Coordinator: famlit@readsurreywhiterock.com
In partnership with the Surrey School District, SFU and UBC, this program offers a series of after-school sessions that help children develop literacy, numeracy, physical skills, and social well-being, with the support and guidance of university and high school student volunteers.
READ has created StoryWalk® Kits that organizations and community groups can borrow for free.
For more information or to book a workshop, please contact our Literacy Outreach Coordinator: hello@readsurreywhiterock.com
This 2-hour online workshop covers how to plan, write, edit, and design documents using clear language and design principles. Through presentation, discussion, and hands-on practice, learn how to use simple language to reach a wider audience.
Past attendees have enjoyed the exercises and helpful tips:
The workshop is very helpful and informative. I can use what I learned in my daily work.
Thanks for the course! I’m excited to get to revise our marketing materials and website information.
From what I learned today, I can write more precise, straight to the point documents with better arrangements in the layout.
In partnership with Surrey Libraries and Surrey Schools, READ offers a free 12-hour workshop that teaches frontline literacy workers how to incorporate family literacy into their work.
Our Read with Kids presentation is a free workshop for parents/caregivers on how to encourage reading with children. Books and resources are given to each adult and child.
This program is offered to organizations and community groups rather than individual families. We will come to your location and present to your families.
We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of Decoda Literacy, the Government of BC, and the Postmedia Raise-a-Reader campaign.
We also support literacy in our community in many other ways. For more info, please contact our Literacy Outreach Coordinator: hello@readsurreywhiterock.com
