Rie’s Readers
Rie’s Readers was established in 2024 to honor the memory of Marie Feliciano, a devoted lifelong reader. Her passion for books inspired her children and grandchildren to embrace the joy of reading. Our mission is to continue her legacy by giving back to the community and nurturing a love of reading among young learners. We achieve this by donating curated book bundles to classrooms, with a special focus on kindergarten through third grade. Each donation is complemented by a live book reading to engage and inspire the students.
Experience the excitement of our 2025–2026 School Year
Book Bundle
7 Books
This year, our standard bundle is thoughtfully curated and includes a total of 7 engaging books specifically designed for young students aged between 3 and 8 years old. These carefully selected titles aim to captivate and support early learners within this age group.
Scholarship
Pages of Possibilities Scholarship
This year, we are excited to expand the program by offering a scholarship to one member of the GNBVT graduating class. The scholarship funds are designated for purchasing textbooks during their freshman year. If you wish to donate specifically to this scholarship fund, please be sure to indicate this on your donation.
Our Team Members
This project is led by the children and grandchildren of Marie. If you would like to join our team and support this meaningful effort, please reach out to us through the contact page!
2025-2026 Standard Bundle
Our book bundles include inspiring titles from the Unified Young Readers Club, chosen to spark conversations about kindness, friendship, and the choice to include. Each bundle carries forward Rie’s legacy by putting meaningful stories into the hands of children—reminding every reader that differences are worth celebrating.
| Book Name | Author | ||
| Oliver | Birgitta Sif | ||
| Can I Play Too | Mo Willems | ||
| I Like Myself! | Karen Beaumont | ||
| Not Your Typical Dragon | Dan Bar-el | ||
| Whoever You Are | Mem Fox | ||
| Ish | Peter H. Reynolds | ||
| Layla’s Happiness | Mariahadessa Ekere Tallie |
Specialized Bundles for Older Classrooms
Rie’s Readers will work directly with teachers to select the perfect bundle for their students—ensuring every classroom receives stories that inspire kindness, friendship, and a sense of belonging.
Donations to Remember
Each smile, each spark of confidence, is a page in the story of our mission.
