Police Athletic League Webster-Giannone Center, Bronx

By the age of two, affluent children learn 30\% more words than children from low-income homes. To help bridge this achievement gap, PAL’S Early Learn program encourages children and their families to increase the hours they spend reading together. Last year Early Learn families read (and loved) a total of 7,500 books. PAL has been providing vital Early Childhood education to New York City families for more than 40 years. Integrating Head Start Programs, Daycare and Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) programs, Early Childhood Education is designed to address each child’s individual strengths and needs, giving them a strong cognitive foundation prior to entering kindergarten. PAL provides inclusion opportunities for children with disabilities. Qualified early education professionals ensure that children are given the best learning experiences coupled with fun developmental opportunities through dance and music.