Read, Run, Score! A Sports & Literacy Challenge
In the heart of Wilkinsburg, where books and basketballs collide, young athletes and avid readers alike will gather for a one-of-a-kind event that proves reading is just as exhilarating as scoring a winning goal.
Picture this: A group of kids lined up at the starting line, their sneakers planted firmly on the pavement. The whistle blows, and they’re off—dribbling, sprinting, and leaping over hurdles. But here’s the twist: instead of passing a baton, they’re passing books!
At Read, Run, Score!, kids will move through an exciting relay course, where every station is a mix of sports and storytelling:
🏀 Dribble & Read – Can you dribble around cones while reciting a story passage?
⚡ Word Sprint Relay – Unscramble sports-themed words before making a dash!
🎯 Finish the Story Shot – Shoot a ball into the hoop after completing a sentence.
📖 Book-Toss & Trivia Finale – Show off your sports knowledge and aim for the highest-scoring target!
Each challenge blends physical movement with the power of words, showing kids that literacy and athletics go hand in hand. And the best part? Every child who completes the challenge will take home a free sports-themed book to continue their adventure long after the race ends!
Whether your child is a future MVP or a budding bookworm, they’ll leave this event feeling like a champion—because at The Reading Room, every reader is an all-star.
🎟 FREE EVENT | RSVP Encouraged
📍 Location: Community Forge Playground | 1256 Franklin Ave., Wilkinsburg PA
📅 Date & Time: May 3, 2025 | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
👦 Ages: 4-14 (Parents & caregivers welcome to join in!)
🏆 Special Guests & Surprises in Store! Stay tuned for details!
Don’t just read about it—come run, read, and score with us!