Read Better Be Better

Read Better Be Better is a program targeted towards breaking the cycles of poverty and social injustice through our curriculum of good reading and good thinking skills. Books and learning hold the key to doing well in grades 4 and above, where students must start reading on their own to learn. It is at this critical juncture that the poor readers turn away from school, or earn barely passing grades until they can drop out. Literacy holds the key, and third grade is the precise moment to change their trajectory.

Why the Read Better Be Better Program is So Effective

We pair middle schoolers with third grade students at risk, creating a supportive learning environment and leadership opportunity.

100% of students showed improved concentration, reading comprehension, and enjoyment of reading after one semester.- RBBB Teacher Evaluations

Our program is highly structured and evidence informed in every aspect.

93% of students rated themselves on the Reader Self-Perception Scale and “agreed” or “strongly agreed” that they read better now.