Early Reading First Grant Applications

If you've been invited to fill out an Early Reading First grant application, Teaching Strategies can help. We've created a comprehensive literacy approach for preschool children that meets Early Reading First goals and aligns with the grant program's requirements.

Our literacy approach includes assessment and instructional materials that address and improve

  • the learning environment
  • teacher-child interactions
  • the school-family connection

How Do I Apply for an Early Reading First Grant?
We suggest you start by downloading information about our literacy approach. This information will help you successfully prepare an Early Reading First grant application.

Here's what you'll find in the materials you download:

How The Creative Curriculum® Can Help Children Meet Early Reading First Goals
This section discusses the goals of the Early Reading First program and describes the components of our approach in detail.

Research on The Creative Curriculum® for Preschool
The second section documents the research demonstrating that The Creative Curriculum® produces positive child outcomes.

Scientifically Based Reading Research and The Creative Curriculum®
The last section is an alignment that shows how The Creative Curriculum® uses scientifically based reading research (SBRR) to promote positive child outcomes in the areas targeted by Early Reading First.

In order for us to serve you better, we ask that you provide us with some information about your program, prior to downloading the documents.

The Early Reading First program is a great opportunity for you to secure funds to enhance the quality of your program and improve the literacy outcomes of the children you serve.