Raising Readers promotes early childhood literacy and a love of reading by giving books to Maine children at birth and at well child visits through age five.
Impact:
- 2.7MILLION BOOKS GIVEN AT BIRTH & WELL CHILD VISITS
- 350MAINE HOSPITALS & MEDICAL PRACTICES
- 260,000CHILDREN REACHED
Books & Blogs: News from Raising Readers
Turtle Splash
30 monthsFrom Maine author Cathryn Falwell, it's a peaceful day at the pond as ten timid turtles bask in the sun. As they are startled by the activities of other nearby creatures, the number of turtle... Read More »
Partnering with Maine Public Libraries
LibrariesRaising Readers builds home libraries, one book at a time, by giving books to children and families at birth at every well-child visit starting at 2 months. Every child receives their final Raising Readers book at their 5 year well-child visit. Sharing the love of books and reading doesn’t... Read More »
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