At least one-fourth of the nation's children watch six hours or more of television each day. We can do better.
Studies show that frequency of reading is a primary indicator of students' academic achievement.
A child who spends time reading and writing is often a more successful student and adult. Add to that mix a parent or caring adult who reads frequently with a child and you increase the chances of a child achieving at higher levels. Each child will also be challenged to read 20 minutes each day, either individually or with a partner. Upon meeting the reading and writing goal, sponsors will present their young partners with a certificate for a free personal size pan pizza from Pizza Hut, a national sponsor of the program. Adult partners receive a certificate acknowledging their commitment to the American Initiative on Reading and Writing, an activity of the partnership and its sponsors.