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Reach Out and Read Washington
Reach Out and Read Washington
Investing in Impact
Reach Out and Read Northwest partners directly with over 2000 pediatric clinicians in 236 program sites across Washington state to support early literacy and healthy relationships through parent-child shared reading.
More than 112,000 children received over 240,000 well-child visits integrating the Reach Out and Read model. Nearly 200,000 books were placed into the hands of young children and their families, along with modeling and guidance from pediatric clinicians on what to expect and how best to support their child’s developing literacy.
Our evidence-based model is backed by a large and growing body of academic research and is the only literacy model endorsed by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Learn more about Reach Out and Read in Washington here.
Our Program
Reach Out and Read Washington promotes child development and health through well-child checkups in the existing medical system with an intervention that has the potential to reach all Washington children.
240,802 well-child check ups annually
235
program sites
program sites
199,848
books distributed annually
books distributed annually
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A statement on Washington State budget cuts
At Reach Out and Read Northwest, our commitment to children and families has never wavered. We have worked with Washington’s pediatric clinicians to incorporate shared reading into well-child visits for nearly three decades. Our evidence-based model supports early brain development, fosters strong parent-child bonds, and lays the foundation for long-term school and life success. As […]
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Reach Out and Read Washington could not serve the tens of thousands of families it does annually without the help of generous corporate, foundation, individual, and government partners. We are grateful for their contributions to make reading a priority for the children and families of Washington. Together we are fulfilling our mission to give young children a foundation for success by incorporating books into pediatric care and encouraging families to read aloud together.
Reach Out and Read Washington Clinic Spotlight
Parent testimonials:
“The Reach Out and Read program has been such a gift over the past four years. My child actually gets excited to visit the doctor because they know they’ll be getting a new book. It’s helped ease their anxiety during appointments and turned those visits into something they look forward to. It means a great deal to see doctors so passionate about encouraging early literacy. Each book we’ve received has encouraged more reading at home and sparked a genuine love for stories. I truly hope this program continues so more families can benefit from its impact.”
“I love the Reach Out and Read Program. My daughter looks forward to the books she receives during her well visits in the clinic. I have noticed an increase in her vocabulary and fully support this program.”
Clinic testimonial:
“Parents have shared that the Reach Out and Read Program has strengthened family bonds through reading and supported their children’s speech development. At our clinic, we have seen how excited children become when they receive a book during their visit.”