Join Read by 4th
If you believe reading is the key to the life our children deserve, you’re in the right place.
We come together because the literacy crisis is too urgent not to. We seek greater impact, to learn from and grow with each other, and do everything in our power to protect our children’s right to read.
For those bold enough to change the narrative.
Join a community of Philly’s fiercest literacy advocates.
We can accomplish more together than we ever could alone. Connect with hundreds of like-minded and wonderfully unexpected partners all committed to growing our city’s young readers.
Get the right resources to move your work forward.
Whether you’re working with families or shaking up systems, we’ve got you covered. We’re here to celebrate and amplify your work to raise readers. And connect you with fresh tips, tools, and opportunities along the way.
Shape strategies that change lives.
Add your voice to hands-on working groups that bring to life ideas that energize literacy citywide. Because their story is our future.
“Read by 4th has helped us make stronger connections with people who are just as dedicated to literacy as we are.”
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More Ways to Get Involved
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Volunteer
Whether you want to tutor or become your neighborhood’s Reading Captain, there are plenty of ways to give back and grow readers.
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Donate Books
A good story never has to end. Pass along your gently used books to organizations like Tree House Books or Philly Book Bank.
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Spread the Word
Follow our newsletter and social media (@readby4th) for reading tips and the latest from Philly’s early literacy movement.
Everyone has a role to play in growing stronger readers.
Let’s find yours.