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Welcome to BoulderReads! 
 at the Boulder Public Library

What if you couldn't read? Could you fill out a job application, write a check, read to your child, or use the Yellow Pages?  

The mission of BoulderReads! is to help people discover the power and joy of reading. We serve adults and children and our program is free and confidential.

For more information contact BoulderReads!

   - by phone: (303) 444-5599,
   - by email (click here),
   - or by fax: (303) 441-4119.

 

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Click. See the video*  about BoulderReads! that was recently produced by Channel 8!

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Video testimonials from BoulderReads! students

GED preparation is now available at the Boulder Public Library through BoulderReads!

Classes will meet Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 10:00 a.m. to noon, beginning on September 4th. The cost is $20 for an 8-week session, refundable with good attendance.

If that time slot does not work for you, other classes at other locations are also available.

An orientation will be held on Thursday, August 30 from 9:00 to 12:00 for more information. No need to register for the orientation, but pre-registration for the GED class is needed.

To register for the class or for more information, please call 303 245-5826.


BoulderReads! Major program components:

bullet One-On-One Tutoring for Adults Library-based one-on-one tutoring for adults at four sites
bulletLiteracy tutoring for inmates at the Boulder County Jail
bulletFamily Literacy for BVSD parents at Uni Hill

bullet Reading BuddiesReading Buddies for Children
bulletComputer-assisted instruction in the computer lab
bulletSizeable collection of books (for adult new readers and their tutors)

bullet Fostering Literacy through Art and Literature link  Fostering Literacy through Art and Literature
  (workshops for adults and children)


Other key information:

bulletReferring a potential adult learner
bulletInstructional sites and hours, staff information
bulletProfiles of outstanding adult learners
bulletReading Progress Celebration 2004 Student Quotes
bulletReading Progress Celebration 2005 Student Quotes
bulletReading Progress Celebration 2007 Student Quotes
bulletLearner quotes
bulletHow to volunteer
bulletHow to make a donation

bullet Discoveries linkDiscoveries (annual publication of student writings)
bulletMajor supporters and sponsors


For Tutors:

bullet Tutor Resources Tutor Resources 
bulletDownload Tutor Report (in .pdf format)
bulletDownload Tutor Report (in Word format)
bulletDownload Inmate Report Form for Jail Tutors (in Word format)
bulletDownload Inmate Report Form for Jail Tutors (in .pdf format)
   

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