Books have the ability to expand our knowledge, introduce us to new ideas, and help us build key literacy skills. When reading becomes a shared experience, different perspectives can be explored and confidence gained through meaningful discussions.

That’s exactly what our AdLit program offers. Elementary, middle, and high school students explore culturally relevant texts, discuss what they’ve read, and even hear from authors during special classroom visits.

Whether discovering a new genre or reflecting on a character’s choices, AdLit book club students are able to strengthen their reading comprehension, build critical thinking skills, and share their unique perspectives in community.

For many, these moments create a sense of belonging that extends beyond the classroom. As one student at Homer Pittard shared, “I like book club because it makes me feel like I’m not the only one who likes this book, and [I] can express to others how the book is reaching me.” Their words reflect the importance of creating spaces where students feel heard, understood, and connected through reading.

At Read To Succeed, we believe these opportunities play an important role in strengthening relationships and creating lifelong readers. Programs like AdLit show how powerful reading can be when students are given the chance to connect and engage with their text and their peers.

Learn more about our AdLit program here.