Reach Out and Read Greater Baltimore is a coalition of 60 sites serving over 20,000 children each year. Greater Baltimore is dedicated to promoting early childhood literacy through pediatric primary care. Reach Out and Read Greater Baltimore is a coordinated effort to support Reach Out and Read sites in the Greater Baltimore area, and increase the number of children served by Reach Out and Read. Activities of Reach Out and Read Greater Baltimore include:
- Identifying new Reach Out and Read sites and assisting with start-up applications
- Training medical providers in the Reach Out and Read model
- Providing technical assistance and support to existing Reach Out and Read sites
- Identifying and training Reach Out and Read volunteer readers
- Establishing and maintaining connections with community literacy organizations
- Fundraising to support book purchases and other coalition activities

Trainings - On-site provider trainings are offered for all new Reach Out and Read sites, as well as for existing sites that could use a "Reach Out and Read refresher." Call Andrea Pyatt-Johnson at 410-396-9995 to schedule.

Book Donations - Donations of new and gently used childrens' books are always appreciated. Used books are given to children who are seen for sick visits and siblings, so that every visit to the physician promotes literacy. To make a donation, or to organize a book drive, please contact Andrea Pyatt-Johnson.

Volunteers - Volunteer readers in the pediatric waiting areas of Reach Out and Read sites increase children's exposure to books and reading, help to make the wait a pleasant experience, and demonstrate the joy that reading together brings. To discuss volunteer opportunities in the Baltimore area, contact Andrea Pyatt-Johnson. Training is provided to all volunteers.

Thank you to our outstanding Advisory Committee!

Dr. Michelle Davis
Betsy Diamant-Cohen
Deitre Epps
Dr. Virginia Keane
Dr. Tracy King
Ellen Riordan
Margret Schnitzer
Barbara Squires