Ready Readers

All throughout the month of May, we raised awareness about the connection between early literacy skills and lifelong mental health.

Learn more in this fantastic segment from Show Me St. Louis!

Unlock emotional growth with family storytime During Mental Health Awareness Month, discover how reading can enhance children's emotional wellness, build confidence, and strengthen family bonds. Learn more about Ready Readers' initiative.

The Ready Readers office will be closed Friday, May 29th until 1pm as we celebrate the incredible volunteers who help power our early literacy efforts. 🎉📚 💛

Please note: the Ready Readers office will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

🌷🧹 Spring cleaning season is here! Donate new or gently used children's books at our upcoming Book Drive hosted by the Young Professionals Group.

🗓 Saturday, May 23, 2026
⏰ 9 AM–12 PM
📍 10403 Baur Blvd, Suite H, St. Louis, MO 63132

Just drive around to the back warehouse door — we’ll be waiting for you! 🚗📦

Donated children's books will be redistributed to families and teachers during our no-cost summer book fairs. Please no workbooks, textbooks, or books with religious themes.

Coming soon! Ready Readers Storybook Walks will be popping up in community green spaces next month! This year’s book selection is "You’ve Got This" by Lindsay Bonilla and Keisha Morris—a story that encourages readers to be confident and courageous.

Big thank you to Missouri Humanities, PNC Bank, and Holiday House for helping make this summer literacy experiences possible.

We’re thankful to be able to work alongside amazing partners like , , and to offer unique literacy-themed field trip experiences to schools and early childhood centers each school year.

These books are on their way to the to go along with field-trip experiences designed especially for kiddos ages 3-6! Their Concerts for Kids (with public performances this weekend!) celebrate literacy, music, dance, and play.

Did you catch this morning's coverage of ? Thank you to the St. Louis Community Foundation for amplifying the essential work of St. Louis area non-profits with this special day of generosity!

Join Give STL Day and Make a Difference! On May 7, support St. Louis nonprofits in education, healthcare, and more. Can our community surpass $34M raised since 2014? Every dollar counts!