The goal of the First R Foundation is to improve the reading and comprehension skills of young children in a school environment through oral reading of a book presented to the classroom by professional, political, and civic leaders of the Cape Ann community. It is believed this two-fold process will emphasize the value of reading and empower students in their community by meeting leaders in their own classroom. The result is that the parents will be inspired by the example of these leaders and will also read aloud to their children at home.
