We are the People of the Book

Yet the absence of books and a high illiteracy rate have a profound impact on our city and society. Through KOREH L.A., The Jewish Federation's literacy program, we address the literacy crisis and resulting achievement gap in our public schools.

KOREH L.A. is the largest volunteer children's literacy program in the city. Over the past 12 years, the Federation has trained and placed over 10,500 volunteers as reading partners, reaching over 22,000 LAUSD students. Join us at KOREH L.A. and change the life of a student.

Koreh Connections

A Parade of Puppets: KOREH L.A. Student Creations

A Parade of Puppets: KOREH L.A. Student Creations

At KOREH L.A., we are in the business of fostering the love and enjoyment of reading in children. When making reading fun for kids, books and arts activities often go hand-in-hand! Read More »

Literacy Resources Online - Reading Is Fundamental

Literacy Resources Online - Reading Is Fundamental

One of KOREH L.A.'s partners in closing the achievement gap for Los Angeles children is the local chapter of Reading is Fundamental (RIF). The RIF website is a fantastic literacy resource for both children and adults. Read More »

Celebrate Equality and Justice! Books for Black History Month and Beyond

Celebrate Equality and Justice! Books for Black History Month and Beyond

February may be drawing to a close, but it's not too late to celebrate Black History month. From books about Martin Luther King Jr., to Ruby Bridges, these titles are sure to start a meaningful conversation. Read More »

February Literacy Events in Los Angeles

February Literacy Events in Los Angeles

The celebration of Black History Month and Valentine's Day provide ample inspiration for extra-special story times during February! Read More »

Will You Be My Valentine? Some Sweet Reads to Swoon Over

Will You Be My Valentine? Some Sweet Reads to Swoon Over

Next week, celebrate the loveliest of holidays by reading one of these books, appropriate for even the youngest of Valentines! Read More »

Getting Crafty: KOREH L.A. Volunteers Explore Creative, Educational Projects

Getting Crafty: KOREH L.A. Volunteers Explore Creative, Educational Projects

An excited buzz filled the room at Adat Ari El on Monday, when 34 of the KOREH L.A. Team Two volunteers from the eastern half of the San Fernando Valley met for their first Regional Meeting. Read More »

Spotlight on Canoga Park Elementary

Spotlight on Canoga Park Elementary

Principal Del Pino and Mr. Payne, our KOREH L.A. school coordinator, are behind the scenes of the KOREH L.A. program at Canoga Park Elementary School. Coordinating twenty-one KOREH L.A. volunteers is no easy task and they truly do a fantastic job! Read More »

Top Ten Reasons to Join KOREH L.A. Today!

Top Ten Reasons to Join KOREH L.A. Today!

KOREH L.A. volunteer trainings are in full swing for 2012. Here are ten fantastic reasons why you want to attend one of our trainings, become a KOREH L.A. reading mentor, and change the life of a student this year! Read More »

Unique Perspectives: A Teacher Reflects on the Positive Impact of TLC

Unique Perspectives: A Teacher Reflects on the Positive Impact of TLC

When Laurie and Josue, KOREH L.A.'s Teen Literacy Corps coordinators, visited Deborah Chapman's class at Roosevelt High School, they were greatly impressed with her inspirational and inclusive teaching style. Read More »

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