Closing Rural Kentucky's Literacy Gap | Lexington News

In rural Kentucky, a bold new effort is underway to get every child reading at grade level by third grade—because literacy isn’t just about books; it’s the foundation for lifelong success. With less than half of third-graders on track and rural libraries struggling with outdated collections, lawmakers stepped in with the “Read to Succeed” Act. Save the Children’s Learn Without Limits program is rallying parents to read 10 minutes daily, gift books, and back teachers—emphasizing that early reading gaps snowball into academic disengagement and lower graduation rates. One Save the Children leader, who grew up in rural Kentucky, even admits she felt behind in college—proof that early setbacks ripple through life. This push isn’t just about catching up—it’s about building confidence from day one so kids can thrive. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c989194cb1ee2646