Celebrating Family Engagement Month: Small Reading Moments, Big Impact

11.19.2025 Events

November is Family Engagement Month, a perfect reminder that the most powerful learning doesn’t just happen in classrooms—it happens at home, in small, joyful moments families create together. At Raising a Reader, we’ve spent 25+ years helping families build reading routines that spark curiosity, strengthen relationships, and set children on a lifelong path to learning and academic success.

When families read together regularly, children show increased language skills, stronger comprehension, and greater confidence. But reading together isn’t about perfection. It’s about connection. Just ten minutes a day can make a meaningful difference.

Why Family Engagement Matters

Decades of research show that children learn best when their families are active partners. Reading routines strengthen parent–child bonds, build language, and support emotional well-being. This belief guides everything we do.

To learn more, check out our recent post: “How to Start a Family Reading Routine That Sticks”

Programs That Support Families

Schools, early learning centers, libraries, and community organizations partner with Raising a Reader because our programs:

  • Fit seamlessly with any curriculum
  • Include bilingual family guides
  • Feature diverse, high-quality books
  • Support staff with a turnkey implementation approach

Curious how Raising a Reader works in your setting?

Read “The Best Reading and Family Engagement Programs for Children Ages 0–8″

And, our Classic Red Book Bag Program and Home Library Programs make it easy with diverse, high-quality books and bilingual guides that fit alongside any curriculum.

👉 Learn more

If your school or organization is ready to strengthen family engagement, we’d love to partner with you. You can reach us at hello@raisingareader.org

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