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LOOKING AHEAD TO NEXT YEAR: Fundraising Ideas for Books (Book Fairs & Read-a-Thons) [Ep 254]

2025/4/17
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Brave New Teaching: A Podcast for High School and Middle School Teachers

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Looking for a way to fundraise and build a love of reading in your school? In this episode, we share how a well-planned Read-a-Thon can bring in big funds for books while creating a strong literacy culture. Amanda walks through her recent experience running a successful Read-a-Thon, including choosing a platform, organizing volunteers, and getting local businesses involved. We’re also talking about the perks of hosting a book fair (yes, in high school) to set the stage for an amazing school year ahead!

Amanda has compiled her step-by-step process for hosting a read-a-thon into a resource for you, complete with text message, social media, and email prompts for families! And guess what? If you’re a member of Happy Hour), you’ll receive it for FREE! If you aren’t a member of Happy Hour, you can grab that resource here.

Resources:

  • Amanda's Read-a-Thon Resource)
  • Get Movin’ Fund Hub)
  • RallyUp)
  • Join Happy Hour!)

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