Let's Read Together

Cass Health is proud to be an official Reach Out & Read site. This national program focused on the importance of reading is endorsed by American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners. We are able to offer this program due to the generous support of the Cass Health Auxiliary.

Well-Child Visits

During well-child appointments from 6 months to 5 years of age, your child will receive a new book from their primary care provider. Your provider will also talk with you about the importance of reading, language milestones, and how to talk, read, and communicate with your child. These new books are free thanks to funding from Reach Out and Read grants and through the financial support of the Cass Health Auxiliary.

Books in Waiting Rooms

In our waiting rooms in Atlantic, Anita, Griswold, and Massena, there are used books that you and your child are welcome to read together in our waiting areas, exam rooms, and to take home if you would like.

Reach Out and Read Works

In participating families, more that 20 studies show:

• Parents are 2.5 times more likely to read with their infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
• Parents are two times more likely to read with their children three or more times per week.
• Families are 2.5 times more likely to enjoy reading together or to have books in the home
• Children’s language development is improved by 3-6 months.
• Children’s language ability improves with increased exposure to Reach Out and Read.

About Reach Out and Read

Reach Out and Read is a national nonprofit that champions the positive effects of shared reading and engaging in other language-rich activities with young children. Reading with a parent or caregiver promotes healthy brain development, furthers language acquisition, and helps families build meaningful bonds.