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O&M and Raising Readers – A Partnership for the Books
May 3rd through May 9th is Children’s Book Week! The theme is “Reading is a Superpower” and we’re celebrating our very own super heroes: the Maine hospitals and practices who…
Read MoreThank You to Everyone who Makes Raising Readers Possible
As we reflect on our 20th Anniversary year and look ahead to 2021, we feel so much gratitude. We’re grateful for the Libra Foundation’s investment in Raising Readers and Maine’s…
Read MoreThe Journey of a Raising Readers Book
Have you ever wondered how Raising Readers books are selected or how they make their way into the hands of Maine children? Join us on this journey of a Raising…
Read MoreThank you to Raising Readers’ Healthcare Partners!
Raising Readers has been promoting a love of books and reading for 20 years by giving high-quality books to Maine children. And we couldn’t have done it without the network…
Read MorePartner Spotlight: A Read-Aloud with Owens and Minor
Have you ever wondered how that Raising Readers book ended up in your child’s hands? There are many people that help in the journey of every Raising Readers book and…
Read MoreRaising Readers Celebrates Giving its 3 Millionth Book
On January 29th, Raising Readers presented its 3 millionth book to 5-year-old triplets during a special event at The Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital at Maine Medical Center, officially kicking off…
Read More2019 Raising Readers Annual Report
Raising Readers is excited to share the 2019 Raising Readers Annual Report. This year, we partnered with 1,600 healthcare providers at every hospital and birth center as well as every…
Read MoreReading with Dad is So Much Fun!
With Father’s Day quickly approaching, Raising Readers celebrates all of the dads, step-dads, uncles, and grandads, who play an integral part in their little one’s literacy development. Reading is an…
Read MoreTips for Making Reading Aloud Fun!
Making Reading Aloud Fun Many enthusiasts feel that reading aloud to children is their favorite time of day, but every family goes through ups and downs around reading together. Of…
Read MoreA Grandparent’s Perspective: Raising Readers Over the Years
Sherry Winchester, Registered Nurse (RN) and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) recipient, is a proud grandmother to five Raising Readers graduates, ranging in age from 23 to 9. As…
Read More2017 Raising Readers Annual Report
Dear Friend of Raising Readers: On behalf of Raising Readers, I’m excited to share with you the 2017 Raising Readers Annual Report. With help from 1,200 healthcare providers at 358 participating sites,…
Read MoreWhy Do Doctors Give Raising Readers Books at Well-Child Visits?
So often, we’re asked “Why do doctors give Raising Readers’ books at well-child visits?” The short answer: reading aloud to babies and children is one of the most important things…
Read MoreStep up to the Read to ME Challenge: Read to A Child
Year three of the Read to ME Challenge will kick off on February 1, 2018. First Lady Ann LePage will launch the campaign by reading to children in a Maine elementary school. …
Read MoreReadtoME: 15 Minutes a Day for Literacy
by LeeAnne Larsen Year two of the Read to ME Challenge is scheduled to begin on February 2, 2017. Again this year,First Lady Ann LePage will launch the campaign by…
Read More4 Easy Ways to Make Reading a Healthy Habit in 2017
As a parent, you may think about the usual suspects when it comes to New Year’s Resolutions. Maybe your family’s goal is to adopt a healthier lifestyle, reduce screen time,…
Read MoreThe Road to Literacy: Celebrating 25 Years
For most Maine families, July 25th was simply a gorgeous summer day – one we long for during the long, cold winter months. For the Raising Readers team, it also…
Read MoreFun Ways to Enjoy Reading with Your Child
Have Fun on a Story Walk-About Summer in Maine is the perfect time to explore two unique ways to enjoy books and reading with your family. Story Walks get you up…
Read MoreRaising the Bar through Read Aloud
When adults read aloud to their children, they model fluent reading, ask questions to help them think about the story and connect to it, and read at a level above…
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