UK Reads

Swipe to discover how to keep kids engaged during reading time! 📚✨
Select stories with vivid illustrations and exciting plots to capture their interest.
Short reading sessions help maintain focus. Aim for 10-15 minutes.
Ask questions about the story to make them think and stay engaged.
Use gestures or actions related to the story to keep it lively and fun.
Vary your tone and character voices with facial gestures to make the story come alive.
Let kids turn pages or point out details in pictures to keep them involved.

At UK Reads, we are dedicated to improving 😎foundational literacy skills through engaging programs designed to foster a love for reading among children.
Write in the comments your best tip, and use these tips to make reading a fun and engaging experience for your child! 📖

At UK Reads, 😎we believe in literacy as the foundation of lifelong learning and education. People who cannot read or write experience difficulties 😗with simple everyday tasks, we are empowering them to access to better opportunities in life to break the poverty cycle.

Volunteers will be needed to support face to face literacy workshops 😊with children, young people, mothers, grandmothers, teachers and in some cases, the whole community.

Join us in our interactive activities such as reading sessions, and creative writing exercises to reinforce their abilities and create stronger 🥳boys and girls. Sign up here: https://ukreads.org/volunteer

Did you know we now support 11-16 year olds, in addition to our early years support!🤓 By partnering with secondary schools, we're dedicated to fostering essential literacy skills for future success in the workforce. We are grateful for the incredibly funding from Mercer's Company which has empowered us💪 to reach more young people in London over the next three years!

We are delighted to tell you about our project 'Literacy Impact East London' 🤓which will focus on Secondary-aged children struggling to meet expected academic reading levels and strive to improve their foundational literacy skills.

Our project kicks off in the Borough of Hackney, known for its rich language diversity boasting 89 different languages,😏 with 47% of its population from non-English speaking backgrounds. It's also estimated up to 60% of children from low-income backgrounds in the Borough don’t own a single book. Our provision will then extend into Newham and Tower Hamlets.

A wonderful team of volunteers and facilitators will bring books, support and resources to engage children 😬and young people. We seek to bridge the gap in key literacy skill and help in the development of work ready young people.

We cant wait to share more about this exciting project with you!😄

This is a call to all young UK leaders 📢✨

Registrations are now open for our Youth Ambassador Programme💫 This is your opportunity to become a literacy advocate and make a difference in your community!

Let’s eradicate illiteracy together 💪🏼

Apply TODAY 💫 Registrations are now open: https://amb2024.world-literacy.org/registration-2024/

Today we😊 celebrated and we know that there are tons of books in many languages that have crushed our hearts, but there is always 🤩one that is memorable and remarkable forever. Share your favorite below.

Today is your opportunity to become a UK leader and join our Youth Ambassador Program. Apply here: https://amb2024.world-literacy.org/registration-2024/

🌟 Happy International Women's Day! 🌟

Today marks a milestone in women's rights globally. While we've come a long way in accessing quality education, there are still thousands of girls who've never owned a book, missing out on the joy of reading. 📚✨

This International Women's Day, let's make a difference! Join us in supporting UK Reads program. With your donation, thousands of girls can receive their first book and take a step closer to a brighter future. 💕

Together, let's ensure that every UK child, like James, has the opportunity to explore their passions and build a bright future🫶🌎

Literacy should be a gift for everyone! Donate now and let's support so that all children have the pleasure of knowing the magic of books 🌟📖

We take part in Children’s Mental Health Week in the UK, which aims to ensure that no child or young person has to face a mental health problem alone💕

As a foundation committed to literacy, we understand the connection between learning, development and mental well-being. We recognize that fostering a nurturing environment, where mental health is prioritized, is crucial to developing your full potential🫶

Let us continue to champion literacy as a powerful tool for empowerment and healing📝🌎

A recent survey found that most parents stop reading aloud to their children as they get older and can read independently😞

40% of children ages 6–11 say they wish their parents would continue to read aloud to them because it is a special time with their parents🌎💕

At UK Reads we promote reading aloud from birth📚📒
Join us and let's work together to promote children's reading📝🌈

Together, we can make a difference! 🫶

One of our biggest motivations is to know we are transforming children’s lives in United Kingdom 🌎Literacy goes beyond frontiers, and that’s the reason why our projects have impacted children around the country in cities like London, Manchester and Birmingham.

We want to keep working on our mission to ensure that every child regardless of geographic location has the opportunity to acquire literacy skills and books to reach their full potential – succeeding at school and beyond 🌈💖📒
You are a crucial part of our journey 🩵

UK Reads would like to thank everyone for this wonderful year, for being part of this project and for joining the cause of transforming children's literacy🎄💕
We are deeply grateful for all the support received and we trust that in 2024 we will go even further🌈⭐️

Merry Christmas from all of us ! Take in the joy with your family and loved ones. Our warmest wishes go out to you during this festive season. A big thanks to everyone who chipped in and backed literacy and education. We're thrilled to have made a difference in so many kids' lives this Christmas🎄💗

Experience the magic of the season with a gift as special as the joy of reading and writing. This simple act of kindness will create a unique moment in children's lives as they explore a new world through Literacy.🎄Nothing compares the joy of improving literacy skills during the holiday season. Seize this opportunity to give a meaningful gift that truly matters in 2023.
Make a donation today! Your generosity will be matched to help millions of children who have struggled to develop their literacy skills 💕💖click here and donate now➡️📙❣ https://worldliteracyfoundation.org/christmas-appeal.../

We are Grateful for the incredible support received so far in helping children like Ruby. As December unfolds, we ask for your continued generosity to bring smiles to more faces and books into more homes. Your support means the world! 📒💕🎄

Did you know 1 in 15 kids aged 8-18 in the UK doesn't own a single book? This Christmas, let's change that. Your support can make a real impact. Learn about Ruby's story and how you can be a part of rewriting narratives. Click the link in our bio to donate💕📒📗

Thanks to our incredible community of supporters. Your generosity has created a ripple effect, touching countless lives and making a collective impact in communities across the UK. Every contribution, every act of kindness, builds a brighter future, please keep the donation incoming through december by clicking the link in the bio.
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Your donations have the power to transform lives, providing essential resources and support to those who need it most. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a meaningful difference. Click the link in the bio to donate and learn more about Rubys Story.

Childhood poverty casts a long shadow on education and literacy. Limited resources often mean fewer books, less access to learning materials, and reduced educational opportunities. Let's join hands to break this cycle—because every child deserves a chance to learn, dream, and succeed.

Your donations make a world of difference, not just for the children and young people we support, but also for parents navigating the challenges of providing for their kids. Click the link in the bio to discover more about our campaign and make a meaningful contribution today.

Meet Ruby, a resilient 7-year-old from one of London's most deprived communities. After losing her mum, Ruby's education suffered, She unfortunately had literacy skills at a 4-year-old level before UK Reads offered to support. Despite teachers and her dad giving their best, the lack of books, school pace, and reading support became a roadblock in her education. Since receiving support, Ruby has blossomed, exploring the enchanting world of literacy with her dad by her side.
This Christmas, our campaign is dedicated to children just like Ruby. Help us break down barriers by providing access to books, reading support, and educational resources. Join us in rewriting stories, offering the gift of literacy and a path to a brighter future.
To learn more about Ruby’s story and donate today, click the link in the bio!

This festive season, we're on a mission to make a lasting impact! We're rallying together to raise funds for children all across the UK, ensuring they have the literacy resources and support they need not just for the festive season, but throughout 2024 and beyond. Join us in spreading the joy of reading and education this christmas

We love nothing more than seeing the smiles on the faces of the children that we donate books to!

Could your school or community benefit from receiving free books from UK Reads for children who don’t have any? Drop us a message to find out more! 📚

As a dyslexic adult reading to your children can seem like a daunting task, missing words, reading it wrong, and having to read the same page two or three times. The parent we spoke to said the worry of getting it wrong had hindered his ability and confidence to read to his children but once he started reading to them daily he found the quality time with his children outweighed his worry. Soon he was relaxing into reading and enjoying the bedtime routine each day exploring lots of different books that his children loved. ‘Reading to my children has not only been a benefit to them it’s also increased my confidence and reading ability and has given us family bonding time each day to snuggle up together and go on an adventure.’ UK Reads Project Parent

See more about UK Reads Projects at www.UKReads.org

The mere presence of books in a child's life — at home and in their communities — profoundly impacts their academic achievement. In fact, children raised in a home with books are 20% more likely to finish college. However, 61% of low-income families have no books at all in their homes for their children.

Each year, UK Reads distributes thousands of free children’s books to that 61%. 📚 You can be part of this mission. Join us in bringing books to children in the UK.

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