Free Florida Reading Program Launches Regional Partners Program to Reach More VPK – 5th Grade Families in Need of Literacy Support

Dec 13, 2023

The New Worlds Reading Initiative is partnering with organizations across the state of Florida to support families and communities through literacy workshops and events! Florida, December 12, 2023 – In an effort to boost literacy rates across Florida, the UF Lastinger...

Expanding Florida’s literacy ecosystem with New Worlds Reading Teacher Professional Development

Aug 1, 2023

This summer UF Lastinger Center for Learning facilitated five New Worlds Reading Teacher Professional Development sessions across the state.  Between June 1 and 28, 359 teachers participated in the training that connected New Worlds Reading at-home book delivery to...

Free Florida Reading Program Expands Eligibility to VPK Students Just in Time for Back-to-School Season

Jul 20, 2023

The New Worlds Reading Initiative will continue to support Florida families and children by delivering free books and reading resources directly to VPK-5th grade students this school year!  Parents and guardians can apply for their child to participate in New Worlds...

Free Florida Reading Program Partners with Local Fifth Grader and Inspiring Professionals to Boost State Literacy Rates

Mar 21, 2023

The New Worlds Reading Initiative is encouraging families to embrace the power of reading this National Reading Month and beyond—and more than 500,000 FL K-5 students are eligible to receive free books! Parents and guardians can apply for their child to participate in...