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Reading: It all adds up!
Learn more about the many benefits of reading―and how it all adds up. (Hint: Reading for six minutes a day reduces stress by 68 percent!)
Martha Conradt • May 19, 2021The third time is charming
Read about long-time, meaningful volunteer experiences in our program at Crossroads Academy Quality Hill.
Martha Conradt • April 23, 2021Helping students catch up ― and keep up
Students need reading support now more than ever. Learn more about the latest forecasts and key supports Lead to Read KC is providing to partner schools.
Martha Conradt • March 3, 2021Lead to Read KC celebrates World Read Aloud Day
Learn more about World Read Aloud Day and the many benefits of reading aloud.
Martha Conradt • Feb. 3, 2021Building Connection and Understanding: 2021 Lunch & Learn
Get the highlights from our 2021 Lunch & Learn―or view the slides and video presentation.
Martha Conradt • Jan. 14, 2021Give Success. Direct your United Way donation to Lead to Read KC.
Today in Kansas City, only 45 percent of third graders are reading on grade level. Read our blog post to learn how you can Give Success.
Martha Conradt • Sept. 8, 2020Partnership with children’s therapist and author promotes self-esteem and coping skills
Get the latest news on Lead to Read KC’s partnership with local children’s therapist and author Vladimir Sainte to promote self-esteem and coping skills among our students.
Martha Conradt • June 23, 2020Reading resources to keep kids reading every day
Due to COVID-19 school closures, forecasts suggest students will experience learning loss of approximately 30 percent of prior-year learning in reading. Let’s keep kids reading every day!
Martha Conradt • May 21, 2020Tips for working with students who have experienced trauma
Get tips for making a reading session a safe, supportive learning environment for your student.
Martha Conradt • Feb. 21, 2020Volunteerism inspires multi-generational engagement
Learn how one Reading Mentor’s volunteerism inspired his daughter to work with him to help students in our program.
Martha Conradt • Jan. 22, 2020