
LoveTalk Network
Episode 618: Loving & Leading With Literacy - Audio
In this powerful episode of LoveTalk Network, Coach kerri and Cathy talk with two women who are passionate about helping kids succeed through reading. First, Amy Wilke, Executive Director of Education Connection, shares how her organization partners with churches and volunteers across 19 Central Texas school districts to provide one-on-one literacy support. Discover why third grade is the critical turning point (“learning to read” vs. “reading to learn”), the heartbreaking statistic that 1 in 6 children who aren’t reading by third grade never graduate high school, and how just 30 minutes a week can make a lasting difference. Then, award-winning children’s author Lisa Pritchard joins the conversation. Creator of the Dirt Dog and Friends series including Tiny Tot Tiger Says Happy Birthday America, Lisa shares how God redirected her from writing devotionals into creating beautiful children’s books that teach Biblical values, kindness, and character with fun, engaging stories. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, retiree, or someone looking for a meaningful way to serve, this episode will inspire you to invest in the next generation through the simple power of reading. Learn more / Get involved: • Education Connection www.education-connection.org • Lisa’s books www.dirtdogandfriends.com (also on Amazon)

