Inspire a Love of Reading: Give Books

Donate: K-1st grade (ages 5-7), new or gently-used children’s books at one of our local partners. My 92.9 has teamed up with Literacy Connects to celebrate Love of Reading Month with a children’s book drive. Donations of high-quality, new or gently-used books will go directly to children in need through Literacy Connects programming. Literacy Connects gives […]
The Magic of Humor: A Review of The Mercy Watson Series
The Mercy Watson Series Author-Kate DeCamillo Illustrator- Chris Van Dusen Fountas and Pinnell level-K The Magic of Humor – Book Review by Marsha Schlanger The Mercy Watson Series by Kate DiCamillo is a delight for many young readers. These stories are witty, funny, and are bound to engage even the most shy, reluctant readers. Mercy Watson is a selfish, good-natured, […]
Reading Seed, Reach Out and Read, and Infusion Hire New Staff Members!

Meet our three newest staff members. We’re excited to have them on our team, and can’t wait to see all the great work they’re going to do for literacy in Southern Arizona. Jessica Lenchitsky – Reading Seed Program Coordinator Jessica is new to Tucson and is enjoying exploring the desert surroundings- a drastic change for a life-long […]