Reading Makes You Smart – Hardtberg Foundation

The Hardtberg Foundation supports Frankfurt primary schools with the program Reading Makes You Smart through targeted reading promotion initiatives such as author readings, aimed at enhancing reading competence, reading motivation, and inclusion. Teachers and students of all performance levels benefit from a straightforward booking process: schools can select from various reading promotion modules via the program website and directly request desired dates. The foundation collaborates with experienced authors and experts who offer engaging readings and interactive formats to sustainably promote access to literature. By incorporating wheelchair athletes, puppetry, music, and diverse themes, children's interest is sparked and barriers in language and reading promotion are reduced.

Frankfurt primary schools can submit applications and bookings continuously, with the selection of dates evaluated based on location and the relevance of the offering. The funding requirements are limited to a school location in Frankfurt am Main and registration via the program website, ensuring quick access to the reading promotion offers. Although all dates for 2025 are already allocated, there is an ongoing opportunity to plan new bookings for subsequent years. Educational institutions seeking to sustainably strengthen their reading competence and create inclusive learning environments will find tailored support in “Reading Makes You Smart” through sponsorship and individual guidance.