Raise a lifelong reader

Professionally curated books + parent tips that

build early literacy—one joyful box at a time.

Today's kids read less for fun—and it makes learning to read harder.

• 47%
  Reading for fun is at an all-time low (dropped 45% → 14% from 1984 to 2023[1]).

• 180%
  40% of 4th graders are below NAEP "Basic"[2].

• 200%
  34% of kindergarteners start without basic skills[3].

You don't have to fix school. You are the best reading guide your child has. And we're here to help.

Ignite a love of reading

Literati pairs age-right, personalized hidden gems they will love with the tips you need to develop their reading skills as they grow:

• Print Awareness
  Large-print books and prompts that show "words have meaning."
• Phonological Awareness
  Rhymes, syllable play, and sound games.
• Vocabulary
  New words in context, plus parent prompts.

-270 Mins
Literati members have reported increased daily reading times by an average of 39 mins.

Tell us what they like and we’ll send books they’ll love.

Book curation starts with their preferences, and improves as you and your reader provide feedback.

how it works

Five books, delivered to your door. Only buy your favorites.

Five Personalized Picks

Tell us about your reader & we'll

send curated book boxes

just for them.

Better with Every Box

Curation improves and adapts to fit

your reader as they progress.

Free Unlimited Returns
Keep the stories they love. We'll take

back anything they don't.

Personalized picks to push their skills at every stage.

Our reading levels follow skill-based benchmarks, so readers can advance at the right pace for them.

Ages 0 - 4

Babies & Toddlers

Build a home library full of sensory excitement

Little ones will see and feel their way through interactive board books and vibrant picture books, perfect for reading aloud.

Ages 4 - 8

Preschool – 2nd Grade

Learn to read with imaginative stories

Readers will develop phonics and sight reading skills as they advance from picture books into richer narratives.

Ages 8 - 11

3rd – 5th Grade

Take off into solo reading

They’ll build comprehension of wordplay, metaphor, and plot dialogue as vocabulary and genre variety expand.

Ages 11 - 14

6th – 8th Grade

Fortify their lifelong love of learning

Your bookworm will discover topics that spark wonder, and strengthen critical thinking through compelling fiction.

Real families.  Real progress.

• “She reads above her grade level and it was too hard to keep up pre screening age-appropriate books for her. I love that Literati sends some books for pleasure and books that are challenging but age-appropriate as well!”
  Jason W.

• “I can see the joy in my daughter’s face when she gets her teal Literati box in the mail. She loves to read and this makes reading all the more fun!”
  Vanessa T.

• “The book selections are WONDERFUL!!! My daughter reads them multiple times between boxes. They’re increasing my child’s interest in learning.”
  Paula K.

• “Literati has been the highlight of the month for all 3 children. This is a great way to explore books you might not have chosen at the public library.”
  Eilene W.

• “My baby is only 14 months old but she loves her books. And she is understanding and speaking more than average for her age.”
  Jennifer P.

• “It's so much easier than I had expected, and my kids have found a love of reading different topics that frankly, spiderman could never fulfill. I love the diversity of topics and styles.”
  Jessica F.

• “Literati has truly inspired my daughter to read! Also the monogrammed stickers gives her a feeling of ownership and commitment to read.”
  Darrah B.

• “My 3-year-old’s vocabulary is astounding. His teachers keep asking us what we’re doing at home.”
  Kelly M.

• “This has been a really fun, easy way to explore books that I might not have normally gravitated towards. Also, the return process is beyond easy. So far, we love it!”
  Kelley R.

• “My child’s love for reading has increased greatly. He’s discovered many wonderful chapter books through Literati. He’s only in kindergarten so he’s not yet a fluent reader, but he loves books and is learning to read confidently.”
  Melissa G.

• “​​I love that I can trust the books coming from Literati will be great for my kids. The content is engaging and in line with their interests. It's always a race to get to the books when they arrive!”
  April M.

• “We LOVE Literati! It's the highlight of our month. We love receiving these books in the mail, and even have gifted them to other friends for birthdays. Highly recommend for the young reader in your life!”
  Kevin G.