Art credit: 2nd grader Keila

See you at the Celebration!

📍 Framingham Volunteers: Lunch 1pm on Thursday, April 10 at Jack’s Abby

📍 Boston and Chelsea Volunteers: Brunch 11am on Friday, April 11 at Florian Hall

It’s all about good food, great company, and celebrating YOU! Hope to see you there. 💙🎊

Mark Your Calendar

Reminder - No Sessions

• April 21-24 - Spring Recess

Don’t Eat the Mangos at The Huntington

Catch Don’t Eat the Mangos at The Huntington Calderwood from March 26 – April 27. Use the code LITERATIONS for $20 tickets to any performance, any seat.

Purchase tickets here

Emotion Coaching Workshop with Mass Mentoring Partnership

Online

4/15 12pm

Learn to validate, empathize, and problem solve with youth to help them feel heard and supported. Don’t miss this opportunity to build stronger connections!

Register Here

Connected Legacies: The Making of Children’s Books

MassArt, 621 Huntington Avenue, Boston

4/17 5pm

Join fellow Literations volunteers at this exciting event at MassArt exploring the art of storytelling with award-winning illustrator Ekua Holmes and author Autumn Allen. Reserve your spot directly on Eventbrite, and let us know if you'll be there—we'd love to connect!



District Calendars

• Boston Public Schools
• Framingham Public Schools
• Chelsea Public Schools

NOTE: These events and trainings are optional unless marked as mandatory. Attending live events should be tracked in the HUB under Training. Watching a recording should be logged under Prep.

Help Us Pick New Bluebooks!

It’s time to choose new Reading A-Z Bluebooks, and we want your input! What kinds of books would you love to see added to our collection? Let us know your thoughts by filling out this quick survey.

Tell Us Your Stories

We know our literacy coaches have incredible stories about the impact they’re making in students’ lives, and we’d love to hear them! Help us tell our story to funders, social media followers, and the broader Literations community by sharing your favorite coaching moments through this quick survey. Of course, there’s no pressure—just an open invitation to contribute if you’re interested.

New Staff

We’re excited to introduce Sandra Cañas as our new Chelsea Program Coordinator. Sandra brings valuable experience and passion to the team, and we look forward to the impact she’ll have on our Chelsea community. Please join us in welcoming her! See more.

Community Bulletin

Circuit Breaker Tax Credit for Senior Citizens

We wanted to share some information that may be helpful for senior citizens (65 or older by December 31). You might be eligible for the Massachusetts Circuit Breaker tax credit, which is based on the real estate taxes or rent you pay on your primary residence.

Please note, Literations can’t assist with claiming this credit, but for more details, you can visit mass.gov.

Training Videos

• Virtual Volunteer Retreat recording
• EC Hub: A recording of our Refresher training can be found on the LINK.
• Emergent Reader Program Town Hall: watch the recording

Volunteers Facebook Group!

Looking to connect with fellow volunteers, share tips, and celebrate successes? Our new Literations Volunteers Facebook Group is the perfect space to build community and stay inspired. Whether you’re seeking advice, sharing resources, or just want to join the conversation, we’d love to have you!

Coaching Quick Tips

Using Read-Aloud Books Effectively

For your Read-Aloud sessions, choose books with themes that inspire discussion. Model thinking out loud to help students make connections and predictions. Encourage participation with open-ended questions, and keep it fun with character voices or acting out scenes to engage them fully. Check out our Vetted Book List for previously approved titles to inspire your next read-aloud.

We Could Use Your Help!



We’re looking for volunteers to join the team that selects and shares book recommendations. Interested? Please reply to this newsletter today and let us know!

Not ready to join the team but have a book suggestion? Submit your ideas through our Recommend a Book Form.