Skybrary - Digital Library for Kids

About This Project

Summary

In Washington DC's Anacostia neighborhood, 830 children share one book. Skybrary answers America's book deserts with inventory: 100 free books for every family, on any device. Built by Reading Is Fundamental for ages 3-9, it offers 1,000+ curated eBooks, LeVar Burton field trip videos, read-to-me narration, and offline access, with no ads. Skybrary is a digital library which is free where access is the barrier, paid where ability exists, so every child has books.

Goals & Objectives

To become America's digital literacy safety net: free Skybrary access in 6,000 schools by FY30, Title I schools as a priority. Reach children through the institution they already attend, at no cost to families; address connectivity barriers; make free access self-funding, not grant-dependent.

Results & Impact

Since our August 2025 relaunch, new family users each month grew 233%. Nearly 5,000 educators have signed up since 2020. Apple App of the Day in 18 countries, 4.6/5 from 3,300+ ratings. A 2024 federal investment reached 1,300+ Mississippi classrooms and 24 DC schools, our first steps toward 6,000.