Planning a Family Reading Event (FRE)

The Planning a Successful Family Reading Event guide gives schools everything they need to host an engaging, high-impact celebration that gets families excited about reading together. Whether your event is in person or online, this resource makes it easy to organize, promote, and deliver an experience that sets the tone for a summer of learning.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Step-by-step guidance on planning, scheduling, and promoting your event.
• Ideas for interactive activities that encourage family participation and build excitement about reading.
• Tips for book distribution, parent engagement, and creating a welcoming environment.
• A helpful checklist to ensure every detail is covered, from setup to follow-up.
• Ways to connect your event to the Kids Read Now summer reading program for maximum impact.

Download the guide and discover how a single evening can spark a love of reading that lasts all summer.