News - United Through Reading

A woman and small child are seated on a sofa. The child is pointing to a page in the book they are reading together.

25 Top Read-Aloud Tips to Keep Kids Engaged

Feb 5, 2025

Reading aloud to children is one of the most effective ways to foster a love of literature, improve literacy skills, and create lasting bonds with the books’ characters and family […]

Job Opening: Vice President of Advancement

Jan 30, 2025

REPORTS TO: CEO FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Full-time, Exempt POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Vice President of Advancement is responsible for cultivating revenue streams and avenues for fundraising and working proactively with the CEO […]

A service member in uniform reads aloud from a children's book titled during a story recording session. The background features a table with books and a United Through Reading banner. A recording device on a tripod captures the session. The scene is framed by a blue border.

Top 40 Books Military Families Enjoy

Jan 27, 2025

We compiled a list of the top 40 books requested through our storytime app since we began tracking that information. When military-affiliated families use our secure app to make video-recorded […]

"2024 Year in Review" The Mobile Story station is parked. The van door is open. There is a table laid out with children's books in front of the open door.

Looking Back: 2024 In Review

Dec 20, 2024

United Through Reading turned 35 this year! It’s been an incredible ride, and we’re grateful to each and every funder, partner, donor, and volunteer who has helped us become the […]

This image features a joyful moment between a military service member in uniform and a child, possibly their son, sharing a warm embrace. The background suggests a residential setting with blurred outdoor elements, like trees and a house, adding to the heartfelt and personal tone. The service member carries a backpack, indicating they might be returning home. The image captures themes of family connection, love, and togetherness, resonating with the holiday season or reunion moments. A navy-blue border frames the image, giving it a polished and professional presentation.

Creating Holiday Reading Moments Together: Tips for Military Families

Dec 12, 2024

The holiday season is a time for family, celebration, and creating cherished memories. This season often holds an added layer of importance for military families, as it provides an opportunity […]

The Power of STEAM Books in Early Childhood

Nov 8, 2024

Introducing children to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) concepts early can spark a lifelong passion for discovery in a world where technology and innovation shape our daily lives. Research […]

This image is a promotional graphic by United Through Reading focused on the theme of building children's confidence through reading. It is divided into four sections: The top Left Panel features the title: "The Benefits of Teaching Kids Confidence Through Reading". This suggests the message centers on using books as tools to foster confidence in children. The top Right Panel shows a playful moment between an adult and a child, both wearing makeshift costumes and striking superhero poses. This conveys the idea of imaginative play and shared moments that promote confidence. The bottom Left Panel depicts a close-up of the same adult and child wearing fun accessories like goggles and a tiara. The smiles reflect joy, bonding, and positive reinforcement. The bottom Right Panel contains a call-to-action: "Read it now at UTR.org/News", along with a note: "Literacy tips presented by Reader’s Digest Foundation". This encourages readers to explore the topic more and highlights the partnership with Reader’s Digest Foundation. The overall tone of the image is cheerful and encouraging, promoting reading as a fun, confidence-building activity for children.

The Benefits of Teaching Kids Confidence Through Reading

Oct 21, 2024

Confidence is one of the most essential traits children can develop, empowering them to face new challenges, fostering resilience, and encouraging self-expression. But how can parents, teachers, and caregivers help […]

"We're a Target Circle participant. Vote For us.

Vote for United Through Reading in Target Circle’s Charitable Giving Campaign

Oct 15, 2024

We’re excited to announce that United Through Reading has been chosen to participate in Target Circle’s Charitable Giving campaign! This incredible opportunity allows our community to support us simply by […]

Storybook 35 Event Highlights

Oct 14, 2024

Storybook 35 was a success! We’re grateful to everyone who joined us at our 16th annual celebration of military families. The historic Abbey on Fifth was filled with partners, military […]

We are hiring in a white speech bubble against a blue background

Job Opening: Area Coordinator, Hampton Roads, Virginia

Sep 30, 2024

THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED REPORTS TO: Vice President of Programs FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Part-time, Non-exempt POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Area Coordinator, Hampton Roads, Virginia, organizes and provides comprehensive and effective program […]