Children's Literacy Initiative

This week, we’re keeping it simple: Gratitude. Teachers show up. They inspire. They shape futures. We’re thankful for every educator. 💙 Tag a teacher who made an impact. #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher

Poetry helps children explore language, imagination, and creativity. This Poetry Month, we’re sharing books that inspire young readers to discover the joy of words. 📚 Explore the poetry collection - bit.ly/4vGyEC6

Literacy is more than reading. It’s access, opportunity, and voice. Learn more: 🔗 bit.ly/3NG4tK0 #LiteracyMatters #EducationEquity #EarlyLiteracy #OpportunityForAll

Women’s History Month may be ending, but these stories continue. Explore the books: 📖 bit.ly/4dHoZVf 📚 bit.ly/4c2sBQm #WomensHistoryMonth #RepresentationMatters #DiverseBooks #ChildrensBooks

Three leadership questions surfaced in our literacy coaching roundtable series. ❓How do we support multilingual learners? ❓What happens after curriculum adoption? ❓How do early childhood systems shape literacy outcomes? Watch the conversations. 🔗 bit.ly/4lL2bWx

What book shaped your story? A story that helped you feel seen. Or changed how you see the world. Drop it below 👇 #BooksChangeClassrooms

Bilingual literacy in action. 📍 Philadelphia, PA Independence Charter School Through coaching and aligned instruction, educators are strengthening foundational reading skills in both English and Spanish. 🔗 bit.ly/4sUNEKk #BooksChangeClassrooms

Curiosity can take you to space. Ellen Ochoa became the first Latina astronaut after a childhood filled with questions and discovery. Books like Ellen Takes Flight help young readers imagine where curiosity might lead. 🔗 bit.ly/4sNDgnw #WomensHistoryMonth

Books can be mirrors, windows, & doors. They reflect identity. They open perspective. They invite imagination. That’s why culturally responsive classroom libraries matter. See how schools are building literacy-rich classrooms: 🔗 bit.ly/3Nl3qit #BooksChangeClassrooms

Stories help children discover the women who shaped our world. This Women’s History Month we’re sharing books that highlight scientists, artists, activists, and leaders whose stories continue to inspire young readers. Explore the #WHM26 reading list: bit.ly/3OYmofu

Thank you to the educators and leaders who joined our Superintendent Roundtable Series. Three conversations on literacy coaching, curriculum implementation, and early childhood instruction. Recordings and resources are now available. 🔗 bit.ly/4b3zIrz

Books change classrooms. Literacy changes futures. This month we’re highlighting schools building literacy-rich classrooms where every child can see themselves in the stories they read. Explore the campaign: 🔗 bit.ly/4bcpiEJ #BooksChangeClassrooms

Stories make history personal. The Door of No Return follows a young boy whose life is forever changed, inviting readers to reflect on resilience and the impact of history. See more: bit.ly/3OLdphk #BlackHistoryMonth #ReadingMatters #DiverseBooks

Strong communities don’t happen by accident. They grow when children read with confidence, think critically, and see themselves reflected in the world around them. Literacy isn’t just academic. It’s confidence. It’s opportunity. It’s voice. #LiteracyMatters #CommunityImpact

Fidelity and flexibility don’t have to be opposites. Coaching is often where leaders navigate that tension. Feb 19 roundtable: bit.ly/3OdtgVO

How do we ensure literacy coaching truly serves multilingual learners — not as an add-on, but as an integrated practice? Our full Superintendent Roundtable conversation is now available. Watch here: bit.ly/4aqo9ZH #InstructionalLeadership #EquityInEducation

Black history is rich, complex, and deeply human. The books we put in children’s hands matter. They shape curiosity, empathy, and understanding. Explore our curated resource guide for home and classroom learning: bit.ly/405InDk #StoriesThatMatter #BlackHistoryMonth

On Feb 19, district leaders are unpacking how coaching bridges the gap between adoption and impact. Reserve your spot today - #Roundtable2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">cli.org/2026/01/14/coa…

High-quality instructional materials matter. But materials don’t teach themselves.

Thank you for being part of #UnlockingFutures 📚 Your stories, support, and energy lifted children, teachers, and communities. As we look ahead, help us keep momentum going: follow CLI, share our mission, and invite others to join the movement. #OpenBooksOpenDoors