Opening Books. Opening Futures.
Making Reading Accessible for every child
Read-Aloud Videos
Stories for every child, anytime
Our read-aloud videos are designed to give every child the experience of being read to, no matter their background.
Each video is engaging, easy to follow, and created to help children build vocabulary, improve comprehension, and develop a love for reading. Children can listen, follow along, and enjoy stories at their own pace.
These videos are especially helpful for families facing language or literacy barriers, providing a simple and accessible way for kids to experience stories at home.
How to use
- Choose a level based on your child’s age or reading ability
- Watch together or independently
- Pause and repeat as needed
- Encourage your child to follow along and engage with the story
Video Categories
Preschool & Kindergarten
Focus: Listening, basic vocabulary, and story enjoyment
Simple, engaging stories with clear narration, repetition, and visual support. Perfect for early learners who are just beginning to explore books.
Grades 1–2
Focus: Early reading skills and comprehension
Stories with slightly more vocabulary and sentence structure to help children begin recognizing words and understanding story flow.
Grades 3–5
Focus: Fluency, comprehension, and confidence
More advanced stories that encourage independent thinking, stronger comprehension, and a deeper love for reading.
Want to follow along?
Want to Follow Along?
You can read the same stories at home with Follow Along button next to the video or by visiting Project Gutenberg:
How to use it:
- Go to the website
- Type the book title in the search bar (for example: Peter Rabbit)
- Select the book
- Choose “Read Online” or download it to your device
- Follow along while watching the video
Have a book request?
If there is a story you would like us to read, feel free to reach out!
You can email us with your requests or suggestions, and we will do our best to include them in future videos.
Our Partners
We are currently building partnerships with schools, libraries, and community organizations to expand access to early literacy. If you’re interested in collaborating with Reading With Power, we would love to connect.