Bringing reading to life.

We focus on projects that help grow stronger readers at home, that tap the energy of our community, and shift systems towards equity.

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Current Initiatives

FAMILY

Initiatives - Family

Philly ABCs

Reimagining alphabet knowledge with a healthy dose of Philly pride.

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Reading Promise

Reading Promise

One city, one message, one promise for our future.

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Read by 4th Parent Council

Read by 4th Parent Council

Philly families are protecting every child’s right to read.

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Parent Workshop on Early Reading Skills

Parent Workshop on Early Reading Skills

Essential tips and tools for growing stronger readers.

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Active Reading Workshop and Videos

Active Reading Workshop and Videos

Making the most of storytime.

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Attendance Toolkit

Attendance Toolkit

Every day counts, start to finish.

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COMMUNITY

Initiatives - Community

Reading Promise Week

Reading Promise Week

Philly’s family literacy festival made by and for the community.

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Neighborhood Literacy Fund

Neighborhood Literacy Fund

Literacy solutions for the community, by the community.

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Mapping Literacy-richness across Philadelphia

Mapping Literacy-richness across Philadelphia

Exploring Philly’s literacy landscape.

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Book Nooks

Bringing storytime to local businesses.

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Talk It Up

Playful learning in everyday spaces.

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Reading Captains

Reading Captains

Caring neighbors protecting every child’s right to read.

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SYSTEMS

Initiatives - Systems

Strengthening Teacher Preparation in the Science of Reading

Strengthening Teacher Preparation in the Science of Reading

Ensuring all teachers are prepared to teach reading.

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Teach Reading Virtually

Teach Reading Virtually

Helping teachers transition to virtual learning.

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