Readers are leaders!
Real Dawgs Read is a summer reading program developed for K-8, Title I schools in Washington state. There is no cost to schools or participants (postage is covered); it is simply a way to incent students to read over the summer. Participants read at least 20 minutes a day on 30 separate days to earn a Husky reward and reading certificate.
To give this program wider reach, we’ve made some changes. Printed journals will be available to only Title I elementary schools that opt in for 2025, and those will shipped between May 12-23. If you are a Title I elementary school principal and want to participate next year, email us to make sure we have your current contact information.
Any K-8 Washington state student may participate online, through this website. The site will launch with the new 2025 journals on May 22. If you are with a school that wants to promote the online program, feel free to distribute this flyer to your students.
Questions? Contact us at realdawgs@uw.edu
Over the years, UW licensees Zephyr Headwear, Logo Brands, Captivating Headwear and Strideline Socks have donated merchandise which rewards successful readers.
This program is possible in part from the generous support from BECU and Starbucks.
