Open Books :: Programs

Open Books offers signature literacy programs for students from across Chicago. We're proud to serve thousands of students each year and look forward to working with many more.

Internships

Are you a passionate education enthusiast who loves working directly with youth? If so, you might be a great Open Books Literacy Intern. Find out more!

Open Books Buddies

One-on-one reading with elementary school students.

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Adventures In Creative Writing

Nonfiction field trip writing workshops for 3rd - 12th graders.

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ReadThenWrite

An immersive reading, writing, and publishing experience for teenage authors.

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Publishing Academy

At Open Books Publishing Academy, aspiring teen writers from across the city take part in a magical experience... that of writing and publishing their very own novel!

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Looking for information on VWrite?

Beginning in the fall of 2013, Open Books' VWrite program will transition into a ReadThenWrite strand focused on college writing and goal-setting for high school students.

Read more about our plans for the 2013-2014 school year and contact Program Director Anna Piepmeyer with further questions.

Programs Extras

Program Impact - See the effect of our efforts and why we're so passionate about the cause.
Educator Board - We're guided by, and grateful for, our group of passionate educators.

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