Remembering Fran Holian
Feb 2, 2024
United Through Reading lost one of our biggest supporters and longtime leaders, RADM Fran Holian (retired), on November 17, 2023, after a battle with cancer. During Fran’s illustrious Navy career, …
Five Ways to Use Books to Help Children Navigate Grief and Loss
Jan 22, 2024
At United Through Reading, we understand the profound power of stories. They transport us to different worlds and offer unique windows into the human experience. But perhaps their most transformative …
Meet Our New Reading Trackers
Jan 11, 2024
For 34 years, United Through Reading has championed literacy and connection in military families. For 2024, we have launched three FREE printable reading trackers to ignite your family’s love of …
Celebrating the Books of the Holiday Seasons
Dec 15, 2023
The month of December and the ensuing holiday season can pose unique challenges for children of military service members, particularly those experiencing the absence of a parent due to deployment. …
Honoring Dr. Lynnette Beall
Dec 15, 2023
The late Dr. Lynnette Beall believed that giving made a difference in the world, and she personally supported numerous charities across a wide range of causes. But she had a …
2023 Year In Review
Dec 11, 2023
United Through Reading has had an outstanding year! We launched Operation Storytime, hosted events nationwide, distributed books to thousands of military families, and joined a Coalition focused on access to …
The School Midway Checkpoint: How to Narrow the Gap and Ensure Your Child is Reading at Grade Level
Dec 5, 2023
Reading plays a crucial role in a child’s academic success. As the midway point of the school year arrives, parents have a prime opportunity to assess their child’s reading proficiency …
Celebrating Books with An Attitude of Gratitude
Nov 15, 2023
Reading with your child holds a profound power that transcends the pages of a book. Beyond developing crucial literacy skills, reading together with your child can be a potent catalyst …
2023 Storybook Ball Highlights
Nov 2, 2023
United Through Reading’s 15th annual Storybook Ball was a big success. The gala took place in beautiful downtown San Diego, bringing together nearly corporate executives, senior military leaders, long-time supporters, …
Cultivating Young Minds: Tips for Parents to Promote Reading from Infants to Teens
Nov 1, 2023
The advantages of shared reading experiences with your child are profound and lasting. Some key benefits include language development, cognitive development, increased empathy and understanding, a lifelong love for reading, …
