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Welcome 2010 RIF Ambassadors

Meet our "reading rock stars," also known as the RIF Ambassadors. This working honor recognizes the invaluable role of local volunteers. In 2010, this group of 50 dedicated local leaders will rock their communities for children's literacy by engaging neighboring programs and volunteers in literacy outreach activities. Check out the 2010 RIF Ambassadors, sponsored by Macy's.

Honor an Outstanding RIF Volunteer

Now through February 15, RIF is accepting nominations for the 2010 Anne Richardson RIF Volunteer of the Year Awards, sponsored by Macy's. This year's awards will recognize the work of a RIF coordinator, parent volunteer, and community volunteer. Learn more and submit a nomination.

RIF 2010 Gala: Save the Date!

RIF's 2010 Gift of Reading Gala will take place on Wednesday, May 26 at the Renaissance Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. See sponsorship information, and buy advance tickets today.

Special HarperCollins Book Offer

In January and February, HarperCollins is offering an additional 5% off their regular discounts for RIF programs. RIF programs will receive a 55-65% discount depending on quantity ordered. See HarperCollins information and get an order form.

Book Supplier Update

With guidance from the Literature Advisory Board, RIF has issued Baseline Standards of Book Quality for Vendor Produced RIF Catalogs. With these guidelines now in place, coordinators can be assured that all books listed in vendor "RIF Catalogs" have been reviewed and approved at the national RIF office.

With the understanding that not all vendor catalogs are "RIF Catalogs," we offer the guidelines for your review and encourage coordinators to use them when selecting books from vendors whose general catalogs have not been reviewed by RIF. If you have feedback regarding the guidelines or RIF book-related issues, please contact Cathy Bryan, RIF's director of publisher relations at cbryan@rif.org.

*New and Improved* RIF Ready Packs!

Great news! RIF Ready Packs have been expanded to include more vendors, more themes, and lots more packs. Plus, based on feedback from coordinators like you, we've updated the ordering site. So whether you've ordered Ready Packs before or this will be your first time, check out this easy book ordering option.

The RIF Locator Map-NEW and IMPROVED

The new RIF Locator Map may generate inquiries about volunteer opportunities with your RIF program. To help you respond to these questions, we created e-mail templates for quick and easy replies.

Important Update For RIF Coordinators

RIF eligibility criteria for programs seeking federal funds is changing.
Click here for details and to find out about ways to report your program's economic need.

Free, Bilingual Activity Book for Preschoolers

Have fun reading and writing with preschool-age children with Our Book By Us!/Nuestro Libro ¡Hecho Por Nosotros! Created with award-winning author and illustrator Peter H. Reynolds, this book encourages children to read, write, listen, and talk.

Download for free! 

Fun for Kids

 Leading to Reading             
 bilingual; for kids ages 0-5.

 Reading Planet
 for kids ages 6-15.

 Leamos en Familia
 bilingual; for kids ages 6-15.

 RIF's Activity Calendars
 bilingual; for kids of all ages.

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