In a remarkable demonstration of literacy and determination, Learning Ally has just wrapped up its eighth annual Great Reading Games, showcasing an unprecedented level of student engagement and reading achievement. This innovative program continues to break barriers for students with learning differences, proving that with the right support, every student can become a confident reader.
A Milestone Year of Reading
The 2025 Great Reading Games set new records that deserve celebration. Over 200,000 students participated, collectively reading an astounding 35 million pages in just seven weeks. This isn’t just a number—it’s a testament to the power of accessible reading technologies and innovative educational approaches.
- Tracks reading activity through the Learning Ally app
- Provides incentives for reading both in and out of school
- Creates brackets based on grade level and school size
How the Games Work
The competition uses the Learning Ally Audiobook Solution to transform reading from a challenge into an exciting game. Students are motivated through a point-based system that:
- Tracks reading activity through the Learning Ally app
- Provides incentives for reading both in and out of school
- Creates brackets based on grade level and school size
Celebrating Our Champions
This year’s winning schools represent a diverse range of educational institutions across the United States. Congratulations to the following schools:
Elementary Schools:
- Orange Grove Primary School, Texas
- Mort Elementary School, Florida
- Creekside Elementary School, Texas
- Rocky Mountain Prep – Creekside, Colorado
Middle Schools:
- Herndon Middle School, Virginia
- Sojourner Truth Middle School, New Jersey
- Spring Valley School, Alabama
- Lewis County Intermediate School, Tennessee
High Schools:
- East Orange Campus High School, New Jersey
- South Grand Prairie High School, Texas
- Cornerstone Charter Academy
- Vergennes Union High School, Vermont
More Than Just a Competition
The Great Reading Games are about more than winning prizes. Educators report significant benefits, including:
- Improved reading scores
- Stronger student-teacher connections
- Enhanced ability to read grade-level and complex texts
Jennifer Huff, Learning Ally’s Director of State Contracts Success, highlighted the program’s deeper impact: “This competition is a powerful catalyst for student engagement and reading growth. We’re not just helping students read—we’re empowering them to overcome barriers and discover the incredible worlds within books.”
A Commitment to Inclusive Education
Learning Ally is committed to equipping educators with proven solutions that help struggling readers, including students with dyslexia, reach their potential. With solutions that support more than 2.4 million students across 24,000 schools, we’re making significant strides in inclusive education.Want to Learn More? Visit Learning Ally’s Great Reading Games website or read the press release to discover how this incredible program is changing students’ lives, one audiobook at a time.