Photograph of toddler reading to stuffed bear
Photo by Judi Moreillon

Irresistible Invitations: Early Literacy Engagements for Preschool and Primary Children

Presentation for Oregon Reading Association
Reading: The Bridge to Literacy
February 2006
Portland, Oregon


Presenters:
Chris Kurtz, Educator
Jane Kurtz, Children's Book Author
Toni Buzzeo, Children's Book Author and School Library Media Specialist
Judi Moreillon, Ph.D., Clinical Assistant Professor, Northern Arizona University, and Children's Book Author



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16 January 2006