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The State of Literacy

What We're Up Against: The Urgent Need for Literacy Intervention

The following literacy stats aren't just numbers; they represent real people facing significant barriers. The state of literacy in the US and globally paints a stark picture, highlighting an urgent need for effective intervention, especially for older striving readers.

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773 million
773 million teens and adults worldwide can't read. 2/3 of them are women.
2 out of 3
2/3 of the students who cannot read proficiently by end of 4th grade end up in prison or on welfare.
42% less
An adult without a high school diploma earns 42% less than their peers.
The statistics are staggering.

A clear alarm bell is ringing for literacy across all ages. Yet, as a nation, our primary focus often remains locked on grades K-3. At Storyshares, we see the urgent need beyond these early years, and we're forging a different path forward with targeted solutions for older striving readers.

The literacy crisis for teens and adults is significant.

But at Storyshares, we see potential, not defeat. Our unique solution? Compelling, diverse content that empowers older striving readers with stories they can and want to read.

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