Reading Angels

Reading Angels

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Storytime is important. Some of the most precious childhood memories are of reading with parents or guardians. In addition, studies show one-on-one reading time can also produce significant learning gains for children. But tragically, too many kids do not have these experiences today.

Whether it’s at home or online, we believe all children should be able to benefit from one-on-one storytime. At United Way of Delaware, we created Reading Angels to connect caring teens and adults with children in the community who are eager to learn.

Every week, Reading Angels across Delaware and Salem County (NJ) record videos of them reading a children’s story. The videos are sent to our team and shared on our website and YouTube Channel.

Help our children develop a life-long love for reading. Become a Reading Angel today!

Choose a Book

Grab your favorite childhood book, or visit https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html to view digital options.

Record a Video

Select a quiet, well-lit spot in your home or office. Get comfortable. Then record a video of yourself reading your chosen book. Be sure to show the illustrations.

Share Your Contribution

Visit the Reading Angels opportunity on our Volunteer page. The page has instructions for uploading your video.  We will then add your video to our website and YouTube Channel, where it can be viewed and shared!

becomE a READING ANGEL

Visit our online volunteer portal to learn more and start your journey today. If you have additional questions, please complete this form, and one of our team members will get back to you shortly.

Wanda Barrett - Latino Community Engagement Manager, United Way of Delaware
Wanda Barrett

Director, Engagement & Partnerships

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