Decades of research clearly demonstrates the power of reading with a child every day, beginning at birth.
Check it Out
Browse our collection of reading lists for kids of all ages. From Newberry and Caldecott winners, to the New York Public Library and more!
Getting Started
Need help knowing where to get started? Our collection features tips for kids from babies to Preschool and beyond.
Fun Facts
Interested in getting to know the benefits of reading? What's better: screen or paper? Learn some great benefits of reading through our research resource.
We recognize that our mission to ensure every child reads early and well wouldn't be possible without the support of our valued partners. These partners share our vision and dedication to literacy, empowering us to reach more children and communities than ever before. We extend our gratitude to each of our partners for their contributions, steadfast belief in our mission, and commitment to fostering a community where every child has the opportunity to thrive through the power of reading.
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We're always looking for volunteers to help serve our mission. Whether that's in our Team Read program, administrative opportunities in our office, or helping put on a fundraiser, volunteers are a quintessential part of our operation.
Sponsorships help us build partnerships in the community. Interested in becoming a sponsor? You're in good company! Take a look at some of our existing partnerships and learn how to become one.
Your tax deductible charitable donation will go directly to helping fund our programs. We also gladly accept gently used children's books.
First Teacher Library
We proudly provide a 75 book library to first year teachers in grades K-3 who are in their first full-time classroom since certification. Interested in applying for this program? Know a teacher who might qualify?
Team Read
Through the Team Read™ program, trained community volunteers are partnered with students who need help developing their literacy skills. These coaches provide one-on-one mentoring twice a week during the school day.
Ready! for Kindergarten
Children are born learning! They naturally love to explore and understand the world around them. The READY! for Kindergarten® school readiness program empowers parents and caregivers to succeed in their role as children's first and most influential teachers.
Our message is simple but its effect is powerful. Read Together 20 Minutes Every Day™.
