Kids Need to Read

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Reading – it is the single most important skill children must learn to be productive members of society. Books open their minds, inspire their imaginations and stimulate their intelligence.

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OUR MISSION

Visit our website for more information.

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ABOUT KIDS NEED TO READ

The Kids Need to Read Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt public charity. It was established in August 2007 by children’s author PJ Haarsma and actor Nathan Fillion. Kids Need to Read raises money to buy books through bi-weekly auctions on eBay, which have proven very popular among fans of Firefly/Serenity and science fiction, as well as literacy advocates. A CafePress store selling literacy-themed merchandise items helps to raise additional funds for Kids Need to Read. Various fundraising events lend additional support to the organization. KNTR is supported by a global group of volunteers. Their dream is to get more books into the hands of the children who need them.

Become a volunteer!

OFFICIAL BOOK DONATION LIST

The foundation donates from an official book list that includes a variety of well-reviewed books for preschool to teenaged children. The list was created by a professional children’s book buyer. It is carefully structured to appeal to the most reluctant young readers, but contains material for advanced readers as well. The book selections are based on the appropriateness of the books for the development of reading skills by children of the various age groups indicated on the list.

Whenever possible, unused overstock is purchased with the funds raised by Kids Need to Read, rather than first sale books. These are brand new books, however, the authors and publishers do not receive credit for sales on overstock. Since royalties are not paid on these books, Kids Need to Read’s donation dollars buy more books for children.

Click here to see our book list.

HELPING LIBRARIES AND SCHOOLS

Kids Need to Read is here to help. If you’d like to send us information about a library, school, or other institution that could benefit from our book donations, please submit their name at the Kids Need to Read website.

Submit a donation request!

KIDS NEED TO READ AUCTIONS

A major fundraising avenue for Kids Need to Read is our bi-weekly auctions. We have auctioned everything from character-inspired jewelry to autographed sci-fi memorabilia.

If you have something you would like to donate, please let us know! We are always accepting donations.

Check here for our most recent auction.

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MICHAEL'S BOOK BYTES

Kids Need to Read’s youngest volunteer is 12-year-old Michael. He came to us through his interest in PJ Haarsma's books and online game. His enthusiasm for reading is infectious. Not one to just sit around chatting, Michael asked to be put to work immediately. We hope you will stop by occasionally to enjoy Michael’s Book Bytes. Nothing is better than chocolate...but this almost is!

Click here to read Michael's blogs.

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KIDS NEED TO READ MERCHANDISE

The Official KNTR CafePress store is filled with shirts and accessories galore! We offer a variety of designs that promote Kids Need to Read and encourage reading. Come on over and have a look around. Let your family and friends know you support Kids Need to Read! The net proceeds from our KTNR store help the program buy more books to donate to schools and libraries.

Shop and help promote children's literacy!

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KIDS NEED TO READ BANNERS

Do you have a website, blog or MySpace page? Would you like to help spread the word about Kids Need To Read? Then grab one of these great banners and avatars for your site. Please right-click and save as, then link to http://www.kidsneedtoread.org.

KIDS NEED TO READ AVATARS

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Please read these easy installation instructions.