Reading Links
Our favorite free reading resources for kids, families, and readers of all ages.
Free Reading for Young Readers
Read-alouds, picture books, phonics games, and audio stories, all free.
Storyline Online
Award-winning actors read favorite picture books aloud, with colorful illustrations on screen.
Visit site Picture books · 40+ languagesUnite for Literacy
Hundreds of free picture books you can read online, narrated in English and dozens of other languages.
Visit site Phonics gamesStarfall
Learn letters, sounds, and early reading skills through songs, games, and interactive stories.
Visit site GamesPBS KIDS Reading Games
Reading and letter games starring Daniel Tiger, Elmo, Peg + Cat, and other PBS KIDS friends.
Visit site eBooks · ages 3–11Oxford Owl Free eBooks
A free library of 100+ leveled eBooks for young readers. Just create a free account.
Visit site Audio storiesStorynory
Free audio fairy tales, myths, and original stories, great for car rides and bedtime.
Visit site Storybooks · many languagesStoryWeaver
Thousands of free illustrated storybooks to read online or download, in many languages.
Visit site NonfictionWonderopolis
A new "Wonder of the Day" that answers curious kids' questions with fun articles and videos.
Visit site Free books by mail · ages 0–5Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Sign up to receive a free, high-quality book in the mail every month until age five. Check availability in your area.
Visit siteFree Books for Every Reader
eBooks, audiobooks, and classics for the whole family. Many just need a free public library card.
Libby
Borrow free eBooks and audiobooks from your local public library. All you need is a library card.
Visit site eBooks · audio · comicshoopla
Free eBooks, audiobooks, comics, and movies through participating libraries with your library card.
Visit site Borrow onlineOpen Library
Borrow and read millions of books online for free from the Internet Archive.
Visit site Classic eBooksProject Gutenberg
Over 75,000 free eBooks of classic literature, from fairy tales to Shakespeare.
Visit site Free audiobooksLibriVox
Free public-domain audiobooks read by volunteers from around the world.
Visit site Library of CongressRead.gov
Reading resources, classic books, and author videos for kids, teens, and adults from the Library of Congress.
Visit site Reading passages · grades 3–12CommonLit
A free collection of high-quality reading passages with questions for older students.
Visit siteHelp Your Reader Grow
Tips and activities for parents, caregivers, and teachers.
Reading Rockets
Research-based tips, book lists, and activities to help children become strong readers.
Visit site Bilingual familiesColorín Colorado
Free bilingual (English/Spanish) resources for families and educators of English language learners.
Visit site Activities & book resourcesRIF Literacy Central
Free reading activities, printables, and book guides from Reading Is Fundamental.
Visit site💡 Tip: a free public library card unlocks Libby, hoopla, and more. Ask at your local library!
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