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Innovative Literacy Programs for NYC Students
www.behindthebook.org

Behind the Book serves New York City public schools - exclusively those at which 75% or more of the student population is low-income. Our programs are designed to strengthen reading engagement, which literacy professionals identify as a key criteria needed to develop reading, writing and communication skills. All Behind the Book programs are incorporated into class curricula and meet Common Core L

06/01/2026

Behind the Book's honoree, Hachette Book Group tells us about their innovative Raising Readers initiative. Honoree recipient Sara Munjack shares data about the benefits of literacy: "Just 10 minutes a day with a book in a child's life can change the trajectory for the long run."


05/29/2026

At Read. Write. Rise! We were joined by unexpected honorees, Mariangel and Zeiad, who shared how long they have been Behind the Book participants!

Photos from Behind The Book's post 05/28/2026

Behind the Book participated in the Civic Science Expo hosted by Futures Ignite () at WHEELS!

Following a read-aloud session of Joy Takes Root by Gwendolyn Wallace (.m.wallace), students engaged in mindful breathing exercises and an artistic project. They had the opportunity to decorate clay pots using paint and infuse their intentions into the succulents they planted.

Thank you to Futures Ignite! Congratulations and well done to all the students who presented their research.

Photos from Behind The Book's post 05/28/2026

For the bookworms who love to read outdoors!
On June 1st, Bryant Park is having its first-ever Read on the Lawn Day.

05/27/2026

Youth keynote speaker, Mariangel, shared an excerpt from her first novel, which she began writing with Behind the Book as a third-grade participant.

Photos from Behind The Book's post 05/22/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.
Our students know they are not alone. This is what they have been reading!

05/20/2026

Behind the Book's Annual Benefit honoree, Colum McCann, shares his love letter to NYC. .author

05/18/2026

We are deeply grateful for our YEB members showing up and volunteering to ensure a wonderful and easy evening at our benefit, Read. Write. Rise!
Thank you 📚

Photos from Behind The Book's post 05/14/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! 💙
Here are some small ways to incorporate more reading and writing into your routine. 📚

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+12122223627

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216 West 135th Street
New York, NY
10027

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm