Family Literacy Program

From a child’s very first words to their early years of school, families play the most important role in developing literacy. PIQE’s Family Literacy Program (P-3) helps parents and caregivers turn everyday moments into learning opportunities, building the foundation for lifelong success. This five-session program provides research-based strategies to strengthen listening, speaking, reading, writing, and thinking skills at home, in the car, and in the community

Why It Matters

  • Literacy development begins long before formal schooling and is deeply connected to family engagement .

  • Reading together builds vocabulary, critical thinking, and stronger family bonds.

  • Open-ended questions, storytelling, and everyday conversations nurture curiosity and confidence .


What Families Learn

  • Asking powerful questions before, during, and after reading

  • Making reading fun and interactive with games like “Hide and Guess” and “Wish Lists”

  • Using daily routines, like cleaning or shopping, as opportunities for vocabulary growth

  • Encouraging imagination and comprehension through storytelling and visualization


Key Features

  • Available in English and Spanish

  • Delivered in person or virtually

  • Practical, fun, and aligned with Common Core Standards