The latest news and events with Rally to Read and the literacy community.
What Is Rally to Read?
Rally to Read is Reading Is Fundamental’s free, six-month reading initiative that brings families, educators, and communities together around the joy of books. From October through March, each month features a new theme, two free author read-aloud videos, and…
Read Aloud, Reach Every Learner: Free Literacy Webinar for Teachers & Families
Why is reading aloud considered the single most important activity for building literacy success? In this Rally to Read 100 webinar, literacy researcher and former classroom teacher Dr. Molly Ness breaks down the science behind read-alouds and shows educators and…
The Science of Effective Read-Alouds: What Research Says
Rally to Read is Reading Is Fundamental’s nationwide initiative that inspires families, educators, and communities to read together. Each month, Rally to Read offers a new theme, book lists, and read-aloud videos to help bring stories to life. Read-alouds are one of…
What is a Read-Aloud?
A read-aloud is simply the act of reading a book out loud with a child, whether that child is following along, looking at the pictures, or just listening. It can happen anywhere, on a lap before bed, at a classroom rug during story time, or in the car with an…