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Updates, stories, and resources from New Worlds Reading – for teachers and families!
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Tampa Electric, Peoples Gas & New Worlds Reading teamed up to send free summer books to students
Florida kids enrolled in New Worlds Reading had some extra fun reading in the sun this summer with two free bonus books thanks in part to a $1 million donation through Florida’s Tax Credit Program from Tampa Electric and Peoples Gas (TECO). New Worlds Reading is Florida’s free at-home literacy program that mails nine books…
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4 Helpful Reading Practice Strategies to Get Ready for Back To School
This New Worlds Reading blog post walks families through ways to build their reading routines, making books part of their daily lives.
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New Worlds Reading showcases free at-home literary program in Central Florida
Nasseeka Dennis takes to WESH 2 to share New Worlds Reading with families in Orange County, Florida.
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New Worlds Reading Book Bash Brings Reading Adventures and Family Fun to Orlando Science Center
New Worlds Reading hosted its annual free literacy event, Book Bash, where families met the new mascot and enjoyed books, activities and giveaways.
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Data Shows How New Worlds Reading Makes a Difference
The New Worlds Reading Initiative 2024-2025 Annual Enrollment Report illustrates how Florida students and families gain confidence in their reading abilities.
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Florida Student’s Love of Reading Highlights the Importance of Braille Books During National Reading Month
Meet Rosie, a Florida fourth grader who enjoys exploring the world with braille books from New Worlds Reading.
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Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company Helps Illuminate Literacy: Quarterback Dan Marino joins New Worlds Reading at Driftwood Elementary
New Worlds Reading, Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company and Hall of Fame quarterback Dan Marino teamed up for a literacy event at Driftwood Elementary.
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"I Was Afraid to Read": Florida Students Share How One Free Program Helped Them Fall in Love with Books
Florida students like Jahara and Faustino explain how recieving books from New Worlds Reading changed their fear of reading into excitement!
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New Worlds Reading Initiative Celebrates Major Milestone: 10 Million Books Delivered to Florida Families
Since 2021, New Worlds Reading has shipped over 10 million books and hosted thousands of events for families across Florida.
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Books and Buccaneers: Families Chart their Course Towards Literacy at New Worlds Reading 2025 Book Bash
Over 1,800 students set sail for New World Reading's 2025 Book Bash hosted at Tampa's Raymond James Stadium.
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New Worlds Reading Brings Free Book Program to Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium!
Arrr you ready to read, Tampa? New Worlds Reading hosted the 2025 Book Bash at Raymond James Stadium on April 5th.
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TECO and New Worlds Reading Partner for Fun Family Literacy Event
New Worlds Reading and Peoples Gas and Tampa Electric (TECO) hosted a family literacy event at Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School with bilingual read-alouds and other activities.
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Florida educators bolster their literacy skills with New Worlds Reading Teacher Professional Learning
During summer 2024, over 900 Florida educators attended a New Worlds Reading Teacher Professional Learning opprotunity, almost tripling previous year's enrollment.
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