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Ag Literacy Day

In support of Louisiana’s AITC mission to educate and increase
understanding of agriculture and instill an appreciation for our
renewable food, fiber and fuel systems, Louisiana Ag in the
Classroom and Louisiana Farm Bureau declare Wednesday, April
28, 2010 as Louisiana Agriculture Literacy Day.
We are seeking volunteers to visit elementary school classrooms
around the state to read a book and talk about the importance of
Louisiana agriculture. The book for the second Louisiana Agriculture
Literacy Day is “The Tree Farmer” by Chuck Leavell and Nicholas
Cravotta. The book is about a grandfather who owns a tree farm
and takes his grandson on a magical journey through the forest.

It is the reader’s responsibility to schedule classroom visits. While
volunteers are encouraged to read on Ag Literacy Day, it is not
required. However, readings should be completed by the end of
the school year and classroom visits should be scheduled at least two weeks in advance as to adhere
with the school district’s policy on classroom volunteers. This year’s book, “The Tree Farmer” is
geared to students in kindergarten through fourth grade.

Please help us to educate the state’s future voters about the significance of Louisiana’s food, fiber and
fuel systems by participating in Louisiana Agriculture Literacy Day. To register, download, complete
and return this form to the LA AITC office by March 15, 2010. LA AITC will send you a book and a
teacher packet.

Thank you for your support of LA AITC and Louisiana agriculture.

Click here to download participation form