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Highlights from WRAD’s 15th Birthday Party: ...

Nothing captures the essence of World Read Aloud Day better than our international partners and friends who have brought the spirit of this day to their corners of the globe!

We are so grateful to our international partners not only for bringing WRAD to their local communities, but for continuing to extend the joy of reading and the advocacy for literacy all year long by providing programs where young people can have a space to read, learn, and share stories together.

We also want to extend our gratitude to LitWorld friends around the world who organized beautiful celebrations! We love to see all the different ways in which each community chose to bring WRAD to life.

Highlights from WRAD’s 15th Birthday Party: Celebrations Around the World!
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Behind the Scenes: 15 Years with Illustrator ...

For 15 years, Lindsey Manwell has been at the heart of World Read Aloud Day™ with her vibrant illustrations. As we celebrate the 15th anniversary of WRAD, we’re thrilled to feature an exclusive interview with Lindsey, exploring her creative purpose, favorite illustrations from the past 15 years, and the enduring power of art in encouraging a love for reading.

Behind the Scenes: 15 Years with Illustrator Lindsey Manwell
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Calling Runners in NYC: Run for LitWorld!

Dear LitWorld Friend,

We are honored to have been invited to participate as a charity partner in this year’s United Airlines NYC Half, an annual race that attracts more than 24,000 runners, and is hosted by New York Road Runners.

At LitWorld, our mission is to strengthen kids and communities through the power of stories, a mission that aligns with New York Road Runners' vision to build healthier lives and stronger communities through the transformative power of running.

Are YOU interested in supporting LitWorld’s mission while meeting that New Year’s resolution? Let us help! We have 5 bibs available for serious runners ready to participate in the marathon and peer-to-peer fundraising on behalf of LitWorld.

Calling Runners in NYC: Run for LitWorld!
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50 Days 'Til Our Favorite Holiday: World Read ...

It may be the holiday season, but here at LitWorld, we have our sights set on our favorite holiday of the year: World Read Aloud Day!

Mark your calendars for February 5th, 2025, and get ready to join thousands of people around the world as we collectively celebrate the power of stories.

50 Days 'Til Our Favorite Holiday: World Read Aloud Day!
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At LitWorld, We Believe:
At LitWorld, We Believe:

LitWorld Celebrates World Read Aloud Day's 15th Anniversary in NYC

LitWorld Celebrates World Read Aloud Day's 15th Anniversary in NYC

On February 5th, 2025, Dweck Auditorium in the Central Branch of the Brooklyn Public Library was filled with the giggles of very excited students. On the stage, Scholastic author/illustrator Ross Burach (the celebrated mind behind The Very Impatient Caterpillar series) led 120 fourth and fifth graders through the process of drawing the titular character of the book he’d just read aloud. These students had traveled all the way from PS6x in the Bronx for a very special celebration of the 15th anniversary of World Read Aloud Day.

Calling Runners in NYC: Run for LitWorld!

Calling Runners in NYC: Run for LitWorld!

Dear LitWorld Friend,

We are honored to have been invited to participate as a charity partner in this year’s United Airlines NYC Half, an annual race that attracts more than 24,000 runners, and is hosted by New York Road Runners.

At LitWorld, our mission is to strengthen kids and communities through the power of stories, a mission that aligns with New York Road Runners' vision to build healthier lives and stronger communities through the transformative power of running.

Are YOU interested in supporting LitWorld’s mission while meeting that New Year’s resolution? Let us help! We have 5 bibs available for serious runners ready to participate in the marathon and peer-to-peer fundraising on behalf of LitWorld.

One Month to World Read Aloud Day!

Happy New Year! As we welcome 2025, we’re gearing up to celebrate 15 years of uniting book lovers and eager readers. In 2010, LitWorld founded World Read Aloud Day™, and we’re so proud of the global movement it’s become.

Mark your calendars for February 5th, 2025, and join millions of readers from all over the world as we uplift the power of stories and advocate for literacy as a foundational human right.

Drag Queen Virtual Bingo: Highlights You Shouldn't Miss!

Drag Queen Virtual Bingo: Highlights You Shouldn't Miss!

LitWorld kicked off Giving Tuesday with a fun night of Drag Queen Bingo. Thanks to everyone who joined and congratulations to our winners!

All of us here at LitWorld woke up with an extra pep to our step this morning, still glowing from Shirley Delta Blow’s fabulous sparkle. We had such a fun time at virtual bingo last night; Shirley’s narration had us all smiling throughout the evening!

In between rounds of bingo, Shirley read from the book “Perfectly Norman” by Tom Percival, a beautiful picture book about celebrating what makes us different. The theme of the book ties perfectly into our commitment to #TellEveryStory, and it was a joy to hear Shirley read it aloud to us to remind us of the power of stories in making us feel seen, heard, and understood.

Introducing LitChats!

Today, we are thrilled to share our first edition of LitChats, a special conversation with LitWorld’s Programs Team about how to create brave spaces for children.

In this conversation, we are discussing all of the lessons we’ve learned as purveyors of LitWorld’s work about how to create safe and brave learning environments that promote social and emotional learning.

Whether at home, school, or in the community, brave spaces are needed everywhere.

Tune in today!

With appreciation,

The LitWorld team

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