Room to Read envisions a world in which all children can pursue a quality education that prepares them to lead fulfilling lives and create positive change. Founded in 2000 on the belief that World Change Starts with Educated Children®, Room to Read works to build a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality.

Our chapter supports Room to Read by training Kappa volunteers to promote literacy in local elementary schools through monthly read-alouds, reading activities, and library book donations.

What We Do

• Train Kappa volunteers to support youth literacy and reading engagement

• Conduct monthly read-alouds and interactive reading activities in elementary schools

• Donate 10 copies of a featured Room to Read South Africa storybook each month to school libraries

• Partner with schools to strengthen literacy initiatives that promote academic success

Who This Program Supports

• Elementary school students and school communities

• Educators and school libraries

• Families and caregivers supporting youth literacy

✅ Featured Downloads

✅ Start Here: Room to Read Program Overview (PDF) — What the program is, how it works, and how to participate → [DOWNLOAD LINK]

• Monthly Read-Aloud Volunteer Guide (PDF) — Step-by-step guide for volunteers, scripts, and engagement tips → [DOWNLOAD LINK]

• Room to Read School Partner Information Sheet (PDF) — Overview for schools, expectations, and benefits → [DOWNLOAD LINK]

• Reading Activity Toolkit (Elementary) (PDF) — Ready-to-use reading activities and discussion prompts → [DOWNLOAD LINK]

• Book Donation & Inventory Log (PDF) — Tracks monthly title selection, copies donated, and school library placement → [DOWNLOAD LINK]

• Volunteer Sign-Up & Interest Form (PDF or Form) — Volunteer registration and availability → [DOWNLOAD LINK]

• Room to Read Program Flyer (PDF) — Public-facing flyer for outreach and recruitment → [DOWNLOAD LINK]

✅ RELATED LINKS

National / Program Links

• Room to Read (National) — Program information, literacy impact, and education initiatives → [LINK]

• Room to Read Literacy Programs — Overview of literacy model and resources → [LINK]

Literacy Resources

• Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) — Free reading resources and activities for families → [LINK]

• International Literacy Association — Literacy research and classroom tools → [LINK]

• Scholastic Parents — Reading tips and book lists by grade level → [LINK]

Local (Customize for San Antonio)

• San Antonio Public Library — Youth reading programs and literacy support → [LINK]

• [Local School District Literacy Page] — Student literacy resources → [LINK]