Spread the Word

spread the word empowers families and communities in the developing world to enrich children's learning experiences. working hand in hand with local partners, we ensure that children are engaged in fun learning activities throughout their day, all year round. we train adults about why it is important to read to children, and how they can create simple learning materials using locally available resources. we train volunteers to lead reading clubs, where children gather to hear stories, sing songs, and play games that help children build the skills they need to succeed in school and in life. these activities have all been shown in the academic literature to directly contribute to children's improved learning. spread the word's innovation is its model of implementation. we seek to elevate the overall culture of learning, so we work with one of the most important cultural institutions found across the world -- religious organizations. though we are a secular organization, we recognize t