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Reading In Motion Our goal is to equip Pre-K to 1st Grade students with foundational reading skills through an arts-based program grounded in the science of reading.

09/08/2026

📚✨Literacy is the foundation of all future learning, and it starts in early childhood. 📚✨

On this International Literacy Day, we join the global community in celebrating the transformative power of reading. But we are also reminded of the critical work that still lies ahead right here in our classrooms.

When a child learns to read at grade level by the third grade, their entire world opens up. They build confidence to solve complex math problems, explore science, express themselves creatively, and eventually navigate a fast-evolving digital landscape.

At RIM, our mission is to ensure every student, especially those in underserved communities, gets that fair start. By partnering with schools and using drama and music to bring phonics to life, we make learning foundational reading skills kinetic, joyful, and effective.

True literacy is about giving children:

✔ The confidence to raise their hand in class
✔ A reliable bridge out of educational inequity
✔ The tools to become the leaders, innovators, and thinkers of tomorrow

A book in a child’s hand changes their trajectory. A teacher equipped with the right tools transforms an entire classroom.

We invite you to discover how we are changing lives through early literacy. Learn more about our mission, our unique programs, and how you can get involved.

On Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we honor Dr. King’s unwavering belief in justice, opportunity, and the dignity of eve...
01/19/2026

On Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we honor Dr. King’s unwavering belief in justice, opportunity, and the dignity of every child. Reading is a right—and all children deserve access to the tools and support that help them grow as readers and leaders. When we advance literacy, we advance equity, hope, and the future Dr. King dreamed of. 🕊️📚

Timers are MAGIC in the classroom! ⏱️✨A big, visible countdown helps students manage their own time, stay focused, and w...
01/14/2026

Timers are MAGIC in the classroom! ⏱️✨

A big, visible countdown helps students manage their own time, stay focused, and wrap up their work independently.

Whether you use a smart board timer, a magnetic countdown, or a simple digital display, the consistency helps everyone feel more in control. When students know exactly how much time they have, transitions get faster—and small groups feel so much smoother. 🎉

If small groups feel overwhelming—start small! ❤️‍🔥Begin with just two groups and practice transitioning for 5–7 minutes...
01/12/2026

If small groups feel overwhelming—start small! ❤️‍🔥

Begin with just two groups and practice transitioning for 5–7 minutes at a time. Then slowly build up to longer rotations and more centers.

This gives students time to master routines, builds confidence, and keeps things from feeling chaotic. Simple is sustainable. Start small, grow strong, and remember—your coach is here to help with center ideas! 📚✨

Save your focus AND keep kids moving! 🙌⁠⁠Teaching quick hand signals gives students a way to communicate their needs wit...
01/07/2026

Save your focus AND keep kids moving! 🙌⁠
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Teaching quick hand signals gives students a way to communicate their needs without stopping your instruction. A quick nod from you lets them know it’s okay, and the group keeps flowing.⁠
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This tiny routine builds HUGE independence and reduces constant “Can I…?” interruptions.⁠
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Hand signals = smooth learning, calmer transitions, and more focused small groups. ✔️✨

Want fewer interruptions during small groups? Try using a fun “Do Not Disturb” cue! 🎩✨It could be a silly hat, a light y...
01/05/2026

Want fewer interruptions during small groups? Try using a fun “Do Not Disturb” cue! 🎩✨

It could be a silly hat, a light you switch on, a scarf—anything students recognize instantly. When it’s on, you’re focused with a group and not available for questions.

Kids LOVE the novelty, and it creates a clear, visual boundary that helps everyone stay on task. Small groups run smoother when expectations are simple, consistent, and visual! 🧡✨

✨🎉 Happy New Year! Wishing our students, families, and partners a year filled with growth, joy, and new stories waiting ...
01/01/2026

✨🎉 Happy New Year! Wishing our students, families, and partners a year filled with growth, joy, and new stories waiting to be written.

Give the gift of reading and invest in the promise within every child. 🌟💛📚With your help, a struggling reader can thrive...
12/29/2025

Give the gift of reading and invest in the promise within every child. 🌟💛📚

With your help, a struggling reader can thrive—proving that every child’s promise deserves the chance to shine.

🕯️📚 Wishing you a joyful Kwanzaa filled with light, community, and stories that celebrate heritage and hope.
12/26/2025

🕯️📚 Wishing you a joyful Kwanzaa filled with light, community, and stories that celebrate heritage and hope.

✨🎄 From our Reading In Motion family to yours, we wish you a Christmas season filled with peace, joy, connection, and st...
12/25/2025

✨🎄 From our Reading In Motion family to yours, we wish you a Christmas season filled with peace, joy, connection, and stories that warm the heart. ✨

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