Reach Out and Read
We're excited to collaborate with Reach Out and Read to provide a Kibeam Wand and wonderful books authored by Jesse Byrd to 1,000 families in the Bay Area!
In this program, you and your child will use their Kibeam Wand to read, play and interact with the books given to you at their well-visit. Wands and books will be provided in July and August. Activities for Sunny Days are available now on our app to add to the wand. You’ll be notified by email when Big Sister Coco activities become available. Stay tuned!
Get Started
You probably walked through these steps at your pediatrician’s office, but in case you need a reminder—or are using a different phone now—here’s how to get started.
2. Set Up Your Wand
3. Add Book Activities to Your Wand
Make sure your Kibeam Wand is plugged into a power source.
In the Kibeam Wand App, go to My Shelf and see all available books.
Tap on the book you’d like to add to your wand.
Tap the Add Book button.
FAQ
Will more books be added to the program?
Currently, the Reach Out and Read program distributes two books to participants.
If I'm having issues with my wand or the app, who should I contact?
For any questions related to the Kibeam Wand or the Kibeam Wand App, click here to troubleshoot and contact support.
I lost one of my books. How do I get a replacement?
TBD
What are the educational goals of the program?
The general goal is to improve the reading skills of every child participating and to encourage parents and caregivers to share in that experience.
How long does the program last?
The program will last XX months from the date you received your books and Kibeam Wand.
Can I opt out of the program?
You can opt out of the program by contacting XXXXXXXXXX.
Is any data being collected? What is it being used for?
Data will be collected in a variety of areas including literacy, content development, interactivity, device design and engagement. Through the data, we hope to better understand the relationship between books, reader, technology and interactive content. With better insights into that relationship, we can design future programs, products and projects to more effectively address the challenges with literacy and reading engagement.
When the program ends, can I keep my Kibeam Wand?
Yes, once the program has ended, your Kibeam Wand is yours to keep!
Need Assistance?
We’re here to help, whether you’re just getting started or you’re having trouble using the wand or our app.
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