Volunteer Reader's Manual

Below are resources to supplement what you learned in the Volunteer Reader Orientation. If you have questions that can’t be answered by a document below, please reach out to us at stateoffice@readaloudwv.org

Volunteer Reader's Manual

The full guide to refresh your memory of the orientation, plus a log to keep track of what you read!

Your Brain on Books: Dr. John Hutton

Dr. John Hutton of the Cincinnati Children's Hospital shares his brain research on reading to children in this article reprinted from a previous newsletter.

If You Want to Raise A Reader

A chart highlighting the similarities between raising an athlete and raising a reader.

Rules for Read Aloud WV volunteers

Seven rules to refresh on your responsibilities as a volunteer reader.

How to choose a good book

Helpful tips for choosing a good book to read to children and classrooms of all ages.