Read a Book, Earn a Book is a student-centered program offering one-on-one support to boost literacy in the Charlotte area. Each student chooses a book from a set of pre-selected titles. That book is then read cover to cover with tutor support and “earned” upon completion. It is a simple and successful program.
Read a Book, Earn a Book is a proven approach, developed in close partnership with academic and community literacy specialists. Generous supporters enable us to provide this programming at no charge to our community partners.
We promote literacy by providing engaging reading material in a learning environment that is always safe and supportive. Our approach builds trust, boosts confidence, encourages goal setting, and promotes a love of reading.
Read a Book, Earn a Book is structured around investing 30 minutes/week per student. We ask our community partners to encourage volunteers to commit to 2 student per week, back to back (60 minutes per week).
Testimonial
“Our partnership with Read a Book, Earn a Book is one of the highlights of our Pathway Education and Tutoring program. The model allows us to engage community support to help our students achieve gains in their reading proficiency while developing a love for books. Read a Book, Earn a Book is a remarkable supplement to our program, and we are honored to have this partnership.”
Brandi Jones, Angels and Sparrows Director of Programs
We are a 501 (c)(3) under federal tax guidelines.
Conflict of Interest Policy
Community Partner Agreement
Original Artwork:
Local Artist
J. Athavic
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