We give children Summer Book Bags (that are theirs to keep). Each bag has an assortment of books specifically selected for each child, and we explain to the children that...

We need your contributions to support our project since it is not funded by the school system. We want to fill as many bags as possible so we can reach...

Study after study shows that many children's reading abilities decline each summer: the summer slide. Many children don’t have their own books at home, or if they do, they are...

During the school year, we identify the types of stories and topics children are most interested in and link them to a range of reading levels. At the end of the school...

We are an inspired and dedicated school teacher, her techie neighbor, her supportive friends, and her loving family — trying to do our own small part to help kids launch...

In addition to spreading the word about this project, you can help us promote kids' literacy by contributing in one of two ways: (more…)