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The Facts

Over 10% of the U.S. population cannot read
28% are functionally illiterate
44% of American adults do not read a book in a year
Adults who can read at higher levels are more likely to be employed, to work more weeks a year and to earn higher wages than adults demonstrating lower reading proficiencies.

But, you can help! If you would like to become a tutor, or if you know an adult who would like to learn to read, call

St. Petersburg Mayor Rick Baker helping out in the Reading is Magic storytelling tent at the 2006 Taste of Pinellas.

The New Magic 94-9 is proud to recognize the importance of literacy with "Reading Is Magic!"

"Reading Is Magic!" is a program that supports and promotes adult and children's literacy through book drives, frequent reader programs and most importantly, encouraging people to read!

The New Magic 94-9's Reading is Magic literacy program has joined hands with Verizon and Read Pinellas to help fight the cycle of poverty and illiteracy.

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