How to Use Books to Teach Empathy and Kindness
Sep 19, 2025
Military families know change. A new base, a new school, a parent leaving for deployment—our kids often walk into situations where they are the “new one” or feel like the …
United Through Reading Welcomes New Board Members
Sep 18, 2025
United Through Reading is pleased to welcome three members to our Board: Ann Hammell, Mark Martinez, and York Rasmusson. Ann Hammel is an accomplished Vice President of Human Resources at …
How Dollar General, PepsiCo & 250 Volunteers Made a Nationwide Impact
Aug 28, 2025
Every year, Dollar General hosts a multi-day leadership conference. This year in Nashville, TN, the conference opened with more than just speeches—it began with impact, inspiration, and community service. Our …
A Weekend of Connection: Military Appreciation Night at Rate Field
Aug 27, 2025
On July 25th, United Through Reading proudly joined fellow military-support organizations for Military Appreciation Night at Rate Field’s iconic Crosstown Series White Sox vs. Cubs game. This unforgettable evening, hosted …
10 Tips to Make Screen Time Count: Maximizing the Power of Recorded Storytime for Military Families
Aug 11, 2025
In today’s digital world, screen time often gets a bad rap. But for military families—where deployments and training can mean weeks or months apart—screen time can be a powerful bridge …
USAA Volunteers Bring Joy to 15,000 Military Children
Aug 5, 2025
April 2025 marked a milestone of impact and heart, as United Through Reading and USAA joined forces in honor of Month of the Military Child. Across eight USAA campus locations—including …
How to Find Age-Appropriate Books for Gifted Reader
Jul 24, 2025
Gifted readers often present a unique challenge to caregivers, educators, and librarians. These children typically read well above grade level in terms of decoding, vocabulary, and comprehension, but that doesn’t …
Carter’s Employees Conquer the Toughest Challenge—And Raise $18,936 for Military Families!
Jun 20, 2025
Team Carter’s x United Through Reading Grab your sweatbands and rally cries—because Team Carter’s showed up and showed out at the April 26-27, 2025, Tough Mudder in Atlanta, turning grit …
How Audiobooks and Reading Aloud Inspire Reluctant Readers
Jun 9, 2025
In a world increasingly shaped by screens and rapid information consumption, reading—silently, aloud, or through listening—remains a critical tool for cognitive development and lifelong learning. Audiobooks and reading aloud can …
Inspiring Tomorrow’s Thinkers: How STEM Books Spark Lifelong Learning
May 28, 2025
In today’s tech-driven world, introducing children to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) early can light the spark for lifelong learning. Research shows that children who engage with STEM literature …