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about need to read

 

Need To Read Book Club is an innovative two-in-one program that combines reading and service for middle school aged students. Readers of all levels become community leaders.

The goal of Need To Read Book Club is to empower kids through reading. The club activities help middle school students connect their budding independence to build character, confidence, and compassion. Through our unique yearly program of cross-curricular connections, history and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) applications, global awareness, and service to others, middle school club members are set on the path for success. Need To Read Book Club creates enthusiastic readers and community leaders!

what people are saying

 

"I have been in the NTRBC all this year. I initially joined so I'd get better as a reader and become more intelligent, but I've found out there is so much more to it! I love reading and sharing with others about the books. The teachers really seem to enjoy it, too, and it is fun getting to know them outside of the classroom!" -NTRBC book club member

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BIG GAME

 

It’s big… really BIG! Plus, it’s FUN and easy to play! Just download questions, lay out the big fuzzy 4 ½ x 6 ½ foot game board, and roll the big fuzzy dice. Kids love it and teachers do too!

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Bookstore

 

Need To Read Book Store is a nonprofit book store. Purchase titles from our KEY READ BOOK lists or from an extensive inventory of books, DVDs, and CDs. We have all the latest titles. Your purchase will help support our mission to encourage reading and service among middle school students.

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About the Founder

 

One of the things that make Need To Read Book Club unique is that it was started by a middle school student for middle school students. Founder, Emily Conrad, combined reading and service to create inspiring results! Lean more about her inspiration, experience, and future Need To Read plans.

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Reading For Others

 

Need To Read Book Club members make a real difference in their communities! Through the “Reading For Others” service project, members raise money to buy and distribute new books to children in need. It’s all about kids making a difference through reading!

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Why it Works!

 

Need To Read Book Club really works because our program incentives appeal to the intrinsic desires of all middle school students, despite socio-economic or reading levels. Plus, we have extensive resources that make it easy for teachers and facilitators to make it fun!

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