We have a problem in Ohio. And Ohio's libraries are part of the solution.

Last year, over one third of Ohio's 130,000 kindergarteners arrived on their very first day of school not prepared to succeed as learners. The Ohio Library Council and the State Library of Ohio have teamed up to make sure that all of our children are Ready To Read.

The research is compelling. The savings from investing in early education reaps tremendous long term benefits for children, families and communities.

Please visit Ohio Ready to Read to learn more information.