Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about Jumpstart's Read for the Record®? You’ve come to the right place!

Have a specific question that’s not addressed here? Please email us at rftr@jstart.org.

What is Jumpstart’s Read for the Record®?

Jumpstart's Read for the Record®, presented in partnership with the Pearson Foundation, is a campaign that brings together millions of Americans to celebrate literacy by breaking the world record for reading the same book on the same day. This year, October 4 is the official Read for the Record day. Your participation is symbolic of your support of Jumpstart’s mission: to work towards the day all children in America enter school prepared to succeed.

Did Jumpstart break the record in 2011?

Yes! With your help, we broke the world record by reading to 2,184,155 children around the world.

What’s the date of Jumpstart's Read for the Record® this year?

The date for Jumpstart's Read for the Record® is October 4, 2012.

What book are you reading this year?

The 2012 official campaign book is, Ladybug Girl and the Bug Squad, by David Soman and Jacky Davis.

How can I donate?

Please make a gift and contribute to Jumpstart's Read for the Record®.

Where can I purchase the 2012 campaign book, Ladybug Girl and the Bug Squad?

There area several ways to get a copy of Ladybug Girl and the Bug Squad. Visit our Get the Book page more information.

Can I read the book online?

Yes, thanks to the Pearson Foundation's We Give Books initiative, you are now able to read Ladybug Girl and the Bug Squad online at www.wegivebooks.org!

How can I contact someone at Jumpstart’s Read for the Record?

Email us at rftr@jstart.org.