Florida’s free at-home reading program that delivers books & resources to eligible VPK-5th grade students. Please add context if you post a photo or link.
New Worlds Reading is Florida's free literacy program that mails free books and reading activities to eligible VPK-5th grade students. This program is administered by the UF Lastinger Center for Learning. Visit our website to learn more about the program, eligibility, and enrollment. To support a safe, enjoyable, and educational community, we ask you to follow these guidelines:
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05/28/2026
Whether it's a short reading break, a bedtime story or re-reading a favorite book, every moment can be made a little more special! Try adding any of these things to your reading time, and share what reading looks like for your family today.
05/21/2026
If your kid loved one book, that's a great starting point to find their next read!
Sometimes the easiest way to pick a book is to let the book pick you. Pause the video and see where you land!
05/12/2026
Let's make reading feel easier! Tell us: what's one reading habit that works for your family?
05/06/2026
Have you seen our new friend and mascot Brooks the Bobcat? Born and raised in Florida, Brooks is always on the prowl for his next favorite book. When he’s not reading, he also enjoys cooking, playing soccer and singing car karaoke. Stay tuned to learn more about Brooks and his New Worlds Reading adventures!
04/30/2026
Book Bash would not be possible without the help of our amazing partners! Thank you to all of the community organizations and donors that attended and supported this year’s celebration.
04/27/2026
What an awesome Book Bash! 💙 Between celebrating reading with thousands of parents and kids and introducing our new friend Brooks, we had a blast at the Orlando Science Center. 📚 🐾
World Book Day is a reminder that every book is an opportunity to expand vocabulary, confidence and curiosity. Join us in celebrating books by putting a new spin on reading today with your kid!
04/22/2026
We have a new friend joining us! Guess what type of animal he is for the chance to win a plushie of our new mascot.
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This giveaway is open only to Florida residents. Guesses are due by 3 PM on Friday, April 24. Two winners will be randomly selected (even if their guesses aren’t quite right) and announced on our story this weekend. We will reach out to winners via private message on how to receive your prize.
For more information on our giveaway, please see our official rules and guidelines: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_a0Bc5oEgzrOjhcqPjDIfYOyAHw7VaC-C2-Hph_xatM/edit?usp=sharing
04/22/2026
Today's challenge: read one chapter outside with your kid. Whether it's a book about nature or their current favorite, it can be fun to switch up the reading setting!