Provided by Read 2 Succeed (R2S), a local independent literacy nonprofit in Asheville supporting children 0 – 5, elementary students, families and community partners. Learn more at r2sasheville.org.

Looking for fun things for your kids to do this summer? Summer programs can be a fun way to encourage your kids to read more, and they can even earn some exciting rewards and freebies along the way.

At Read 2 Succeed (R2S), we know that summer is a critical time to help children stay connected to reading – especially as many local students are still catching up from learning disruptions over the ...

When market research firm Circana issued a report on the slump in the middle grade market in July, it was not so much a surprise as a continuation of disheartening news for the category, whose sales ...

Reading for fun is becoming a lost habit among today’s youth. In 2023, only 14% of 13-year-olds in the U.S. reported reading for enjoyment most days. This trend is concerning, especially considering ...

College of Education and Human Development experts share literacy activities and guidance for caregivers while school’s out for the summer As summer comes to an end, some parents and caregivers may ...

From musical railings and glowing air-quality lights to murals, sculpture and even planetarium-style overhead effects, community members pitched bold and sometimes whimsical ideas as they gathered to ...

OAKLAND, CA – On Tuesday, Highland Community School experienced the magic of reading, thanks to Books Are Fun and their ‘Book Blast’ program along with Ignite Reading. This wasn’t just a book delivery ...

Read 2 Succeed (R2S) offers tips for free summer reading activities to prevent learning loss. Free resources include audiobooks via the Libby app, rewards programs, and online read-alouds. At Read 2 ...