Innovative Literacy Programs for NYC Students
Behind the Book inspires young people to cultivate their vast potential through literacy programs centered on diverse books and authors.
What We Do
Our multi-disciplinary, culturally responsive programs take place during the school day in NYC Title 1 schools. Students meet authors and special guests, participate in art and writing projects, and take field trips, all aimed to engage the whole learner and spark intrinsic motivation to read and write.
Programs
We empower the next generation of readers and writers by nurturing critical thinking, creativity, and self-confidence in our students.
Student Books
Every year, we center and elevate hundreds of students’ voices by making them published authors and illustrators.
Volunteer
Join with our community and share meaningful moments with our students through reading together, thought partnering, and providing writing support.
Who We Serve
Behind the Book partners with schools in New York City to provide quality literacy programs to more than 1,600 Pre-K-12th grade students each year.
89%
Students live at or below the poverty line.
62%
Students are English language learners or are in special education classes.
94%
Students are BIPOC.
