How to Keep Reading Fun When School’s Back in Session
Aug 20, 2026
Back-to-school season brings a shift in routines for families. Whether your child is heading back to a classroom, learning from home, or doing a little of both, a new school …
17 Fun Reads for Back-To-School (Grades K-8)
Aug 4, 2026
The buzz of back-to-school time is in the air and as summer starts to wind down, both children and parents are filled with a mix of emotions and nerves. It’s …
A Navy Spouse’s 19-Year Journey of Keeping Families Connected with United Through Reading
Jul 28, 2026
Every military family has a story, and Jessica Barber’s is beautifully intertwined with United Through Reading (UTR). Below, Story Station volunteer site coordinator, Jessica shares her inspiring journey through a …
United Through Reading Offers 17 Elva Resa Titles in App
Jul 27, 2026
Service members share recordings and books with their families to read together while apart (San Diego, CA, and St. Paul, MN, July 28, 2026)—National nonprofit United Through Reading has expanded its …
Best PCS Books for Military Kids: Softening the Move Through Stories
Jul 21, 2026
Moving is tough on any child, but for many military kids, a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) can feel like a constant. The sound of packing tape, the rustle of …
No One Can Read To Your Child Like You Can
Jul 9, 2026
“It takes a village to raise a child.” I’m sure this proverb is familiar to you, but its truth cannot be fully appreciated until we become parents ourselves. This village …
Call for Book Submissions: 2028 Book for the Military Child
Jul 8, 2026
United Through Reading (UTR) is a nonprofit organization serving military families across all branches of service, including Active Duty, Veterans, Reserves, and National Guard. UTR provides books and shared reading …
Summer Reading Flashback
Jun 23, 2026
As a Gen Xer, my memories of summer are filled with sun-drenched hours spent outdoors—running through the sprinkler, wading in the creek, chasing fireflies in the evening, and reading books …
Volunteer Spotlight: A Passion for Supporting Military Families
Jun 18, 2026
At United Through Reading (UTR), our mission thrives with the help of our amazing volunteers who connect with military families in their communities, support local events, and share our story …
Reading with the Second Lady
Jun 16, 2026
New to Spotlight Stories in the UTR app: Second Lady Usha Vance is reading the 2026 Book for the Military Child, Home Moves With Me. This summer, the Second Lady …