Story by Story: The KC Book Fair
An all-ages book fair featuring food, drinks, and music hosted in partnership with Rainy Day Books.
WHEN: November 5, 2026
WHERE: The Offices at Park 39, 300 E 39th St, KCMO 64111
Story by Story is a one-of-a-kind, all-ages book fair celebrating literacy, storytelling, and community impact. Hosted in partnership with Rainy Day Books, this immersive evening features food, drinks, music, and local literary flair — inviting guests to experience the joy of books while supporting young readers.
Check back in the coming weeks for additional details!
Questions? Email [email protected]
About Lead to Read KC
Did you know that just 23% of Kansas City’s third graders in public and charter schools are reading at grade level? This milestone is critical for their academic future and the future of our city. Lead to Read KC is Kansas City’s leading children’s literacy nonprofit, dedicated to transforming our community into one where all students thrive academically and personally through unparalleled access to reading resources, mentorship and support.
Transformative Reach
Each week, more than 1,800 Reading Mentors volunteer in 33 schools across the Kansas City metropolitan area, making meaningful connections with students.
Targeted Tutoring
Our tutoring program uses a Science of Reading-based approach to provide more than 1,300 students with high-dosage, individualized support to boost reading skills.
Equitable Book Access
We distribute more than 3,000 books each month, ensuring local children have the opportunity to build home libraries and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Community Engagement
We bring local children’s authors into schools to share books highlighting mental health and wellness, providing them with coping strategies and tools to build self esteem.