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@roomtoread.bsky.social
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Founded in 2000, Room to Read’s mission is to nurture foundational learning skills in children. Our contextualized approach develops children’s literacy and life skills in a dignified and gender-equal way. Learn more at roomtoread.org.

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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
For 26 years, Room to Read has worked alongside children, families, educators and partners across #Nepal. Today, that deep local presence is enabling us to respond quickly and effectively to the recent floods that have devastated communities. You can help: roomtoread.donorsupport.co/page/FUNBMLQ...
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
“Our projections show that global aid to education will decline by up to 30% between 2023 and 2027, perpetuating a cycle of underinvestment, inequality, and stalled development." – @unesco.bsky.social Director General Khaled El-Enany You can help. #MakeRoomToRead: roomtoread.org/make-room
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
It’s never too late to start reading. Your local newspaper. A magazine in the doctor’s waiting room. A new recipe for tonight’s dinner. All reading is reading. Start now: roomtoread.org/make-room P.S. Need reading recs? We’ve got you covered: bookshop.org/shop/roomtoread
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Through our #literacy programming in #Pakistan, implemented in partnership with Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi (ITA), Room to Read is helping foster a culture and habit of reading among students in Punjab. Discover more: www.roomtoread.org/the-latest/r...
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Every child deserves a community that believes in their story before they can read it themselves. Together, we can help write that first chapter. Join a global community of readers and changemakers: roomtoread.org/make-room #MakeRoomtoRead
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Following devastating flooding in #Nepal, Room to Read and our local partners are now mobilizing our response efforts. Your donation today will fund emergency learning kits and temporary learning centers for children affected. Give now: lnkd.in/eHaanwjS
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
As we head to #UNGA81 later this month, our message is simple: The future begins with foundational learning. We know what works and how children learn. Now, we're calling on the world to invest in the systems and financing that allow human potential to flourish at scale. roomtoread.org/unga
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Pledge to read. Share your progress. Raise funds for literacy. Join readers. Families. Educators. Supporters. As we come together to #MakeRoomtoRead. Together, we can make room for more books, more learning and more opportunity. roomtoread.org/make-room Generously sponsored by Mastercard
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Do not read this. . How long can you go without reading? Get ready for #MakeRoomtoRead. This September ➡️ roomtoread.org/make-room
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
The future begins with strong foundations.   Learn more at roomtoread.org/unga
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Tomorrow! ⏰ Room to Read's Mahesh Pathirathna will speak @ the 40th #IBBY World Congress — the world’s most important meeting place for leading international experts in children’s literature, literacy, librarianship, writing, illustration and publishing. More: www.ibbycongress2026.org/pages/program
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Our expertise in educator training and coaching means Room to Read is uniquely positioned to build instruction skills among current and future teachers, librarians, coaches and community members, and provide ongoing support. See our core competencies in action: www.roomtoread.org/2025-annual-...
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Our long-standing collaboration with Tanzania’s Institute of Education has resulted in the integration of our literacy materials into the national primary school curriculum. 1.7+ MILLION children across 18,000+ schools have now benefited from these materials. 🔗 www.roomtoread.org/2025-annual-...
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Nonfiction: The missing genre in children's book publishing. 📖 As a publisher of 5,166 original and adapted children’s literature titles, we know there is a need for more nonfiction storybooks. See how we are filling the gap ⤵️ www.roomtoread.org/2025-annual-...
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
In many of the geographies where we work, locally developed children’s literature is often limited or nonexistent. 📚 That's why Room to Read acts as both a nonprofit book publisher and an active supporter of local for-profit publishers. 🔗 Discover more in our annual report: lnkd.in/gf7w_Fgn
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
We’re proud that Room to Read's own Fernanda Gándara will be featured at the International Test Commission 2026 Conference in Auckland next week! ⤵️ 📅 July 2, 2026 🕓 4:30 – 6 p.m. 📍 260-040 Seminar Room If you’re attending #ITC2026, we hope you’ll join the conversation! Learn more: bit.ly/4xPmSXi
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
High-quality, developmentally appropriate, locally relevant, and engaging curriculum and multimedia content are central to Room to Read’s Theory of Change and our ability to strengthen foundational learning skills globally.​ Discover our areas of expertise: www.roomtoread.org/2025-annual-...
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Making the impossible possible. ✨ Our evidence-based, sustainable and scalable approach, centered on our core competencies, translates into tangible results: www.roomtoread.org/2025-annual-...
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
29 geographies around the world. 60.3 million children building foundational learning skills. And the work continues. In our recently published annual report, learn how our unique strengths position us to deepen our impact in the years ahead 🔗 www.roomtoread.org/2025-annual-...
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Attn: #Singapore! We're thrilled that Room to Read's own Global Literacy Manager, Le Thu Phuong Quynh, will share her insights on translating and adapting children's literature titles at the Asian Festival of Children's Content this Thursday, May 21. Check it out: afcc.com.sg
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Preliminary results show 17.1 million children built foundational learning skills in 2025 through our literacy and gender equality programming. 📚 🎓 That's 60.3 MILLION children benefited since 2000. ✨ ➡️ Find 2025 results, stories, insights and celebrations at www.roomtoread.org/2025-annual-...
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
And now for our 2025 results in gender equality… 🥁 💪 Preliminary results show that 615,724 adolescents benefited from Room to Read’s gender equality programming in 2025, bringing us to 4.4 MILLION adolescents who have benefited throughout our history. youtube.com/shorts/C6K64...
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Room to Read's 2025 Results in Gender Equality
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Our 2025 Annual Report is live! 📚 ✨ Let’s look at our results in literacy… Preliminary results show 16.5 MILLION children benefited from Room to Read's literacy programming in 2025, bringing us to 55 MILLION children benefited since our founding. youtube.com/shorts/yuhqJ...
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Room to Read's 2025 Results in Literacy
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
When we talk about improving #literacy, we often focus on #curriculum, #teachertraining or #fluencyrates. All of these matter. But literacy grows inside relationships. A child’s ability to try a new word rests on whether they feel safe, respected, capable. More: www.roomtoread.org/the-latest/h...
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How dignity shows up
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
We know that when children have access to a well-stocked, well-supported library, they read more, build stronger literacy skills + lasting reading habits, and grow into more empathetic, curious adults. Learn more from #RoomtoRead experts @ #CIES2026: roomtoread.org/cies youtube.com/shorts/mv0Xz...
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The power of children’s libraries
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Exciting #insights from Fernanda Gandara, #RoomtoRead Director of Research, Monitoring & Reporting, Gender Equality Portfolio, exploring Participatory Construct Mapping as a practical method for improving the cultural and contextual validity of educational assessments: doi.org/10.7275/pare...
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Participatory Construct Mapping
Culturally responsive assessment frameworks are essential for enhancing fairness in educational testing and ensuring relevance across diverse settings. This article explores Participatory Construct Ma...
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
We're heading to #CIES! In March, colleagues from across Room to Read will join partners from our global community at the Comparative & International Education Society conference to share insights that reflect our commitment to learning, evidence and continuous improvement. 👉 www.roomtoread.org/cies
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
In under-resourced communities around the globe, children face a shortage of age-appropriate, local language books. 📚 This month, help us #FillEveryShelf with culturally relevant books that spark imagination and ignite a passion for learning. 👉 secure.roomtoread.org/page/171409/...
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 21/08/2025
#Summer is winding down in the U.S. Our #SummerReflection? SPLASH! 🌊📖 Children in our Structured Phonics & Literacy Activities for Summer Hours initiative improved in 80% of tasks related to reading + alphabets and in 50% of reading + decoding. 💥 Learn more: bit.ly/4mS1gTJ
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
Since 2020, we have partnered with Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity to deliver the joy of reading to classrooms across the U.S. 📚👏 Learn more: bit.ly/4l3Wst0
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
Ever wondered how we use data to ensure our programs benefit children quickly and effectively? Explore the process by which we carefully evaluate our programming to continuously strengthen our approach. Dive in: bit.ly/3H7yu27
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
It takes a village to support children’s right to learn. 🫶 That's why we partner with communities, governments and local organizations like First Book Canada to benefit more children, more quickly. Learn more about our partners in progress: bit.ly/40F0vEO
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
Multilingualism is inherent in Indian society. That's why we create inclusive pathways that honor linguistic diversity, so all children can build strong literacy skills and thrive academically. Learn more: bit.ly/4lBeO5x
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
Following her return from three global gatherings focused on education, Room to Read Chief Program Officer Heather Simpson reflects on a shifting global landscape, new collaborations, fresh ideas and the increasing importance of joining together in work. 🔗 www.roomtoread.org/the-latest/r...
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
Rami Elghandour, a valued member of our North America Regional Board, fuels our mission with heart and purpose. As we mark 25 years of advancing global education, we’re grateful to changemakers like Rami who have helped turn our vision into reality. Discover more: www.roomtoread.org/25-years
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
You voted #SheCreatesChange best of the internet! 🏆 💫 We are thrilled to share that She Creates Change is officially a Webby Award People’s Voice Winner in the category of Video & Film — Public Service & Activism! 👏 Join us in celebrating ➡️ okt.to/IM60yU
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 18/04/2025
Need a clever solution to a tricky problem? Hop into our #bookoftheweek from India, 'Frog's Bright Idea,' where one hungry amphibian gets creative! Discover this charming tale and many more on Literacy Cloud Check it out now: bit.ly/440UDZ5
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
🎉Room to Read has been nominated for a Webby!✨#SheCreatesChange is recognized in @TheWebbyAwards Public Service & Activism category. Vote for everyday heroes who are creating lasting change around the world. 📚🌍 Help us bring it home🏆, vote now👉 bit.ly/4j2xIkR
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
🦜When the world tells you to change, remember: your unique melody is your superpower! 🎶 "Bebe's Song" reminds us that self-love is always the sweetest. Dive into our #bookoftheweek on Literacy Cloud! bit.ly/4csZqF3
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
As a learning organization and a leader in global literacy and gender equality movements, we value opportunities to exchange ideas and innovations with our community of practitioners from around the world. We look forward to doing just that at #cies2025: conference.cies.us
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
✨📚Introducing SheCreatesChange.org — our new home for all things #SheCreatesChange. The site makes the film, in various languages and lengths, lesson plans, teaching resources, and abundant supplemental content accessible to the world — for free! bit.ly/4byrJBr
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
🥳 We’re thrilled to share that we have met a new milestone: To date, we have benefited 𝟱𝟬 𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗢𝗡+ children around the world with literacy skills and life skills that promote gender equality. By the end of 2025, we will have invested $𝟭 𝗕𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗡 in global education. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/3ERDVB3
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Room to Read @roomtoread.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Twenty-five years ago, our founders and earliest investors dared to dream of a world where every child could unlock their full potential through education. Since that first chapter, we have written many more — in partnership with our global community of supporters. And our story is far from over.
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K L Kaine Author @katjakaine.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Watched this short film with my young daughters and it was extremely moving and inspirational. It's about six girls across the world who fought against the odds and created change for the better. #feminism #shecreateschange @roomtoread.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4bE...
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She Creates Change
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