one book connects US
For 20 years, Read to Them has offered school-wide reading programs to schools and districts all over the country. With this milestone, we are thrilled to launch a nationwide event called One Book Connects US™ where children across America can read the same book at the same time! Whether you are a first time participant or you have been with us from the start, we are so looking forward to having you join our ever-growing community of readers.
When a nation reads together, the connections are endless.
One Book Connects US™ kicks off February 2027.
Orders close January 15, 2027 for a mid-February delivery.
Our One Book Connects US™ selection is…
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory!
Greetings to you, the lucky finder of this Golden Ticket from Mr. Willy Wonka! I shake you warmly by the hand! Tremendous things are in store for you! Many wonderful surprises await you!
Charlie Bucket lives a difficult life with his bed-ridden grandparents and his hard-working parents in a tiny home. Everything changes when he finds the last of five Golden Tickets and the chance to meet the reclusive candy factory owner, Mr. Willy Wonka. Charlie and his Grandpa Joe are able to join four other children and their families on a tour of the Wonka Factory. There, rivers run with chocolate, gum is a three-course meal… and naughty children get their just desserts. If your school is looking for fantastic word play, larger-than-life characters, and wild twists, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is the book for you!
Why readers will love Charlie and the Chocolate Factory:
- A new generation will join Charlie Bucket as he steps into the wondrously whacky Wonka Chocolate Factory!
- Themes that include adventure, fun, and kindness with STE(A)M elements
- Students will have a blast with Roald Dahl’s signature wordplay, while learning valuable lessons in the bad behavior of the other Golden Ticket winners
- Books are also available in Spanish!
FUND THE PROGRAM
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Fundraising TOOLKIT
Many local, state, and national philanthropies provide grant funding for literacy initiatives. We have created a fundraising toolkit with tips and templates to guide you through the process of crafting a winning proposal.
NATIONWIDE READING EVENT BENEFITS
Build Connections
Reading together on a national scale fosters community and connection, no matter if you’re in the same school or on opposite coasts!
Ready-Made Event
You don’t have to worry about selecting a title or a start date. Launching your event is as easy as opening a resource file.
Lower Price
One Book Connects is one of our most affordable programs while still providing an entire suite of resources.