We believe literacy is the
foundation for pursuing dreams.
The mission of Kristi Yamaguchi’s Always Dream is to ensure children from under-resourced communities have access to high-quality books in the home environment and extensive family engagement support.
The Power of Family Engagement
At Always Dream, we believe that literacy is the foundation for pursuing dreams. We know that building a love of reading is a proven strategy for student success, and our Always Reading program is here to provide family members and caring adults with the tools and resources needed to do just that.
This is about more than just reading; we’re building confidence in each child, helping them find their unique voice, and empowering them to dream bigger. Thank you for being on this journey with us!
Our
Approach
Our Always Reading program promotes at-home reading for transitional/pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students by providing knowledge and resources for families to support their children in building early literacy skills as they enter kindergarten.
Equity through technology
Students receive their own digital tablet and data connection (if needed) for the duration of the program, ensuring equal opportunities for learning. Families keep the tablets once they complete the program.
Access to high-quality books
Families gain unlimited access to a digital children’s library featuring 40,000 high- quality titles and are gifted hard-copy books for their home libraries throughout the year.
Family engagement
Our Book Coaches support caregivers in integrating reading into their daily routines. Through regular check- ins and education sessions, we empower families to make reading a lifelong habit.
Our
Impact
Our Always Reading program helps families across Northern California and the state of Hawaiʻi understand the importance of reading together at home. Always Reading gives parents and caring adults the tools and support needed to build a love of reading with their child, setting them up for success in the classroom and beyond.
of families report they are better able to help their child develop a love of reading
of caregivers report their child looks at books moret imes per week with them since participating in Always Reading
total minutes read by our families on the Always Reading tablets in 2025-26 school year
