Celebrating National Youth Readers Week and Veterans Day with Melanie Sheridan

In honor of National Young Readers Week, we are celebrating the vital role reading plays in helping children learn, grow, and imagine what is possible. This observance falls alongside Veterans Day, which reminds us that military families often face unique challenges that can disrupt reading routines. United Through Reading helps bridge that gap by offering recorded storytime and free books that keep children connected with their parents and engaged in reading, even during deployment or frequent moves. Access to books at home has a powerful impact on confidence, academic success, and lifelong opportunity. Last year, United Through Reading distributed more than 87,000 books to military families, ensuring that every child can experience reading as a joyful and meaningful part of life. As we honor both literacy and the resilience of those who serve, we are reminded that stories do more than entertain. They help us grow, stay connected, and feel supported wherever life takes us.

About the Author

Melanie Sheridan is a Communications and Marketing professional with extensive experience supporting mission-driven organizations. In her role at United Through Reading, she helps military families stay connected through the power of books and storytelling. Melanie is driven by a belief that every child deserves access to reading experiences that build confidence and curiosity. Her work ensures that families can share meaningful reading moments, no matter where military service takes them. Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/melaniesheridan Website: unitedthroughreading.org Instagram: www.instagram.com/utr4military