Author�s note: The names of persons and places in "Chandler" are pseudonyms. However, the stories of the family literacy participants are authentic.

This publication is dedicated to the memory of Barbara (Bobby) Kernan, whose friendly, positive manner and commitment to literacy inspired all who worked with her. Bobby served as a volunteer tutor for Literacy Volunteers of America in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and Naples, Florida. One of her favorite assignments was tutoring a mother enrolled in a Family Literacy program. A few weeks before cancer claimed her life, Bobby told her daughter, "Literacy was my best work."

Bobby�s involvement in literacy exemplifies the vital role of dedicated volunteers in a collaborative effort.

Contents:

A Note from the Author

Organizational Chart for Family Literacy Program

 1 - The Vision

 2 - Welfare to Work

 3 - The Organizers and Their Rationale

 4 - Escape Route

 5 - English for Speakers of Other Languages

 6 - The Partners Collaborate

 7 - The Parenting Class

 8 - Outcomes

 9 - Parenting

10 - Welfare Reform and Creative Change

11 - Equipping for the Future

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This publication was made possible by the Barbara Kernan Memorial Fund, the GTE Foundation, and Literacy Volunteers of America, Inc.

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