Gifting our tamariki the love of reading

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Reading is one of the most basic joys in life.

When people read, they open a doorway to another world. They open their minds and souls to stories, ideas, and adventures. When children are read to by an adult, the magic of reading is nurtured and will flourish in time.

Our Mission

To provide schools with reading support volunteers to work one-on-one with kids every week.

Meet Guy, a local builder & engineer.

“My student draws some of the characters while we are reading, and he loves that - he listens and draws. That seems to be his sort of happy place… I absolutely love it and really look forward to it each week!”

Hear from Tash, teacher and literacy leader at Parkvale School.

“A huge benefit is Steven has shown far more enjoyment and enthusiasm in his literacy activities in class… He really looks forward to seeing her, it’s been really great for both of them."

1 in 3 kiwi kids are not at the required reading level by high school.

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