Texas Literacy Initiative (TLI)

Volume 3, Issue 4
Texas Literacy Initiative Grant • Mercedes ISD • Curriculum Center
203 W. 10th St., Mercedes, TX 78570 • Phone: 956-825-5096 Fax: 956-514-2086
Website: http://misdtx.schoolwires.com//Domain/801
Phonological Awareness Fun!
Building a foundation for reading with
rhymes and songs!
Nursery rhymes, songs, and chants provide a rich
introduction to our language, making them a wonderful
building block in learning to read. Overflowing with rhythm
and rhyme, well-loved children’s poems and songs provide
the perfect place for playing with the parts and patterns of language. Children love the cadence,
rhyme, and alliteration present in nursery rhymes and songs. These features make rhymes and songs
easy to remember, providing a fantastic foundation for learning to read.
Introducing your child to nursery rhymes and songs may be easier than you think! Your local
library is full of books that will be just right for finding songs, nursery rhymes, and poems. Bookstores
will also have a wide selection from which to choose. You can even find websites that encourage your
child to read or sing along!
Infusing nursery rhymes and songs into everyday life is not only easy, but fun as well! Read
books together before bedtime. Sing songs together as you take a walk, or cook, or play. Listen to CDs
in the car. Children love and learn from repetition. The more your child hears a rhyme or song, the
more familiar it will become, and the more s/he will love it. So go ahead and play that CD again or
read that book! Children love to participate!
As children learn and memorize the words to nursery rhymes and songs, they will eventually
be able to read or sing along. This is a beginning step to reading. Once your child can recite a favorite
nursery rhyme, poem, or song by heart, try these steps to model how to finger-point read. First, read
a nursery rhyme, poem, or song lyrics to your child, pointing to the words as you go. Next, have your
child read and point along with you. Finally, let your child take a turn by reading to you, helping
along the way. Enjoy your time together as you help your child build a foundation for reading!
The Rector and The Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia. "Phonological Awareness Fun!" PALS. Phonological Awareness Literacy Screening, 2010-2012.
Web. 01 Dec. 2014. <https://pals.virginia.edu/pdfs/ParentActivities/PA_PhonologicalAwarenessFun.pdf>.
Texas Literacy Initiative (TLI)
MISD is implementing the Texas Literacy Initiative
grant. Its purpose is to serve struggling students ages 04 and K - 12th grade gain proficiency in reading. The
Literacy Line includes the 10 MISD campuses and 7
early childhood centers. Support is provided by 6
Literacy Specialists, 3 Early Childhood teachers , a
Parent Specialist and a District Literacy Liaison. In addition, the grant also provides
district-wide professional development training for all Reading Teachers in the district.
December2014
Honey-Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 Hours
Makes: 4 Servings
Ingredients
4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1/3 cup honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
Texas Literacy Initiative
Curriculum Center
203 W. 10th St., Mercedes, TX 78570
Phone: 956-825-5096 Fax: 956-514-2086
Website: http://misdtx.schoolwires.com//
Domain/801
Instructions
 Lay chicken thighs into the bottom of a 4-quart
slow cooker
 Whisk soy sauce, ketchup, honey, garlic, and basil together in a bowl
- pour over the chicken
 Cook on Low for 6 hours
Nutritional Information
Calories 325 kcal, Carbohydrates 34.2 g, Cholesterol 71 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber
0.6 g, Protein 21.9 g
"Honey-Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs." Allrecipes.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 1 Dec. 2014. <http%3A%2F%2Fallrecipes.com%2FRecipe%2FHoneyGarlic-Slow-Cooker-Chicken-Thighs%2F%3Fprop24%3Dhn_slide1_Honey-Garlic-Slow-Cooker-Chicken-Thighs%26evt19%3D1>.
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Cold temperatures can cause serious health problems, especially
in infants, older adults, and the chronically ill. Take a few
minutes to prepare yourself and others for cold weather.
 Check the weather report to find out what to expect so you
can prepare.
 Stay dry and dress appropriately in layers.
 Check on family and neighbors who are especially at risk from
cold weather hazards.
 Prepare your car for winter weather.
 Be prepared for weather-related emergencies, including power outages.
Fireworks are synonymous with our celebration of Christmas and New Years. Yet,
the thrill of fireworks can be dangerous, causing serious burns, eye injuries, and
deaths. Follow these safety tips when using fireworks safety
with your family and community.
 Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks.
 Always have an adult supervise fireworks activities.
 Make sure you, your kids, and others watch fireworks
displays from a safe distance.
 Call 911 immediately if someone is injured.
"Five Minutes or Less for Health Weekly Tip: Leave Fireworks to Professionals." Family Health. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 05 Feb. 2014. Web. 01 Dec.
2014. <http://www.cdc.gov/family/minutes/tips/fireworks/>. "Five Minutes or Less for Health Weekly Tip: Stay Warm." Family Health. Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, 05 Feb. 2014. Web. 01 Dec. 2014. <http://www.cdc.gov/family/minutes/tips/staywarm/index.htm>.
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more
places you'll go.”
― Dr. Seuss, I Can Read With My Eyes Shut!
"A Quote by Dr. Seuss." Goodreads. Goodreads Inc, n.d. Web. 29 Oct. 2014. <http://www.goodreads.com/quotes/6806-the-more-that-you-read-the-more-things-you-will>.
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