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A future where everyone has the literacy skills they need to succeed in life.

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Help Us Help the Community

We have many open opportunities to dedicate your time to help us make a difference in the lives of children and families.

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Our Initiatives

When We Work Together, Literacy Happens

READ 360°

READ 360°

A new collective impact program focused on centering the voices of parents and families, one neighborhood at a time.

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ECE Literacy

ECE Literacy

Inviting teachers of children aged 0-5 and through Second Grade to join together in a network of dedicated professionals.

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Out of School Time

Out of School Time

A proud to partner with KCPS District to provide childcare for KCPS students during seven 'no school' days in the 2024-2025.

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Being Me KC

Being Me KC

A book project promoting authors and reading in Kansas City.

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Family Reading KC

Family Reading KC

Improving literacy in Kansas City, one audiobook at a time.

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Our Impact 2024-2025

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Hours of Adult Training

Provided to parents, teachers, early childhood professionals, and afterschool providers.

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Collective Impact Partnerships

Leading to meaningful engagement in collaborative work to address literacy needs in the KC metro.

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Inclusive Books

Provided to families with supportive resources to build libraries.

When We Work Together,Literacy Happens

We know kids read at grade level when they:

  • Grow up in book-rich spaces
  • Engage daily with caring adults
  • See themselves reflected in stories
  • Develop early literacy skills before school

Turn the Page KC empowers Kansas City communities with tools and partnerships to foster confident, capable young readers.

Student engaged in reading The Red Pencil, demonstrating the impact of community literacy programs

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Turn the Page KC envisions a city where everyone has the literacy skills they need to succeed in life.

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