Summer reading isn’t just a way to pass the time during the long, lazy days; it’s a cornerstone of academic success and is pivotal in mitigating the educational backslide often experienced during the summer months, known as the “summer slide”. Engaging with books over the summer enhances comprehension skills, fosters a love for learning and helps develop critical thinking and ...

RAR’s CEO Michelle Torgerson and Lexie Neeley of Little Free Library joined a conversation hosted by Cassie Williams, Executive Director of K-12 Literacy for Detroit Public Schools for the first episode of the Brilliant Togeter Podcast! The episode dives deep into the impact reading has on strengthening family bonds and developing empathy and critical thinking skills.    As highlighted by Torgerson, ...