1. The Nook Literacy Initiative
A pilot project funded by
the Massac County Housing Authority and the Metropolis
Rotary Club
Project concept
created and developed by
Sandra Davis

2. The Nook Literacy Initiative
The children of today are growing up
with technology
– Kids love technology and adapt to it very quickly
– New initiatives for children will need to be fresh,
modern and involve technology
– A new program to increase literacy will need to
evoke a desire to participate and succeed
– By working together, we can increase literacy in
our community using technology

3. Introducing the Nook
 Easy to use  Book(s)
touchscreen
 Required Text
 Download and read:  Additional
 Books  Materials
 Magazines
 Newspapers  Item 1
 Item 2
 Thousands of free  Item 3
books are available
 Libraries offer free
downloads

4. The Nook Literacy Initiative
Proposal
 Purchase five Nook eBook readers
 Develop and implement a program for Housing youth to borrow
their Nook for a predetermined period of time
 The program should have mandatory participation of initial kick-off
event in which agreements are signed and kids will learn the basics
of operation.
 Advertise the project to families with kids ages 10-17
 Measure outcomes by collecting feedback and monitoring the
books the children read at the end of program meeting.

5. Cost
The Nook – $139.00 each
Literacy Initiative – $34.95 for an all inclusive
protection plan that covers
breakage and spills (highly
recommended for kids)
– $30 for the Nook carrying case
– Total cost per unit: $ 203.95

6. Objectives and
Objectives
Results – Increase literacy
– Increase reading
– Expose participants to a variety of subjects
and spark an interest or curiosity
Results
– Increase reading comprehension
– Children are inspired to complete high school
and to further their education
– Increase in vocabulary and broader
knowledge base
Skills developed
– Increased reading skills
– Increased technological skills

7. Conclusion
 Partnering in this literacy initiative
will be an exciting opportunity for the
partners, volunteers and participants.
 The program will spark an interest
by other groups and communities
 Will lead to positive PR for Massac
County Housing Authority, Metropolis
Rotary Club and Illinois Coalition for
Community Services
The MCHA Nook Kids Club with Metropolis Rotary
Club member Joe Miller