PSCF SUMMER
Fighting the Summer Slide, one family, one reader, one set of books, and one summer at a time.
PSCF SUMMER
Fighting the Summer Slide, one family, one reader, one set of books, and one summer at a time.
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Support Peaches and Sourcream Children's Foundation by providing books and reading resources for our 4-week Online Summer Reading Rewards Program. Help prevent summer slide- learning loss during summer, and combat the school-to prison and foster care piplines. Your gift creates a better future through literacy and opportunity.
A warm welcome to our Summer Readers, Cohort 7!
Dear Parents,
Here you will find the guidelines for this year’s summer reading program. Click on each link to read about the requirements and expectations. For questions or concerns, click on the “Questions and Concerns” link to address any problems or share moments of celebration.
To sign-in for scheduled weekly Zoom events, please use your family number provided in your child/ren’s folders.
All Zoom meetings are mandatory: 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, & 7/8 at 7:30pm EST.
Summaries Submission Deadline:
Summaries should be submitted Monday-Friday by 7:00 PM ( EST) every day.
You have the flexibility to send your summaries between 7:00AM to 7:00PM (EST)
Click Here to Submit Summaries:
Engaging Children in Reading:
For Children Aged 5 to 7 : We encourage parents to enhance the reading experience for children aged 5 to 7 by starting with a "picture walk" before reading each book aloud. As you read, please use your pointer finger to guide your child in tracking each word. This simple technique helps your child follow along and understand where words begin and end. After reading, give your child the opportunity to illustrate and describe what they think is happening in the stories.
For Children Aged 8 to 12: Prior to writing, parents are advised to read and discuss the book with children aged 8 to 12 to ensure comprehension. Once this discussion is complete, encourage your child to write independently.
Welcome to our Zoom sessions!
( 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, & 7/8 at 7:30pm EST).
Each week, Zoom links will be provided in the morning of the respective event. During these engaging sessions, children will dive into the world of storytelling, focusing on the five titles of the week. We encourage children to express their unique interpretations of the story's beginning, middle, and end.
Important Notes:Attendance Policy: Attendance is mandatory with no exceptions
Additional Guidelines:
A. Reading Expectation: We expect each child to read one book per day.
B. Missed Events: Please note that all work is expected to be completed on time.
Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to the exciting reading journey ahead!
Summer Reading Rewards Cohort 7 ( 2026)
💰 Bankroll
Check out the updated bankroll below
5-Year-Olds
1. Caleb A.
2. Jayden L.
3. Kyng D.
4. Raphael L.
6-7 -Year -Olds
5. Kinaya A.
6. Celeste A.
7. Alexander B.
8. Zion B.
9. Siraj C.
10. Keirhen-Lee C.
11. Aalaina D.
12. Evana F.
13. Tasmin H.
14. Chiazam I.
15. Daniel O.
16. Miles S.
17. Mason S.
18. Holden W.
19. Jaden X.
8-9- Year- Olds
20. Gabriella A.
21. Haidyn B.
22. Skylar C
23. Khloe C. M.
24. Michael C.
25. Kayson D.
26. Jabril E. Jr.
27. Josiah F.
28. Chandler F.
29. Chijide I.
30. Melody J.
31. Shiloh K.
32. Valton M.
33. Kaiyah P.
34. Lucas T.
35. Justus W.
10-12 -Year -Olds
36. Kai A.
37. Camille B.
38. Brooklynn B.
39. Xavier C. M. II
40. Myles C.
41. Elias H.
42. Isaiah H.
43. Kai H.
44. Jermaine H.
45. Brooklyn J.
46. Amirah M.
47. Joyce N.
48. Jedidiah N.
49. Nathan O.
50. Victoria S.
51. Joyserenity S.
52. Zola S.
53. Michael T.
54. Bella X.
Click link below to submit questions and concerns
English: All questions can be posted here from 8:00am to 7:00pm (EST)
Español: Todas las preguntas se puedenpublicar aquí desde las 8:00 a.m. hasta las7:00 p.m. (hora del este).
Dear Parents of Summer Readers 2026, to enrich your family's summer reading experience and foster collaboration, we've provided this question and comment section to address any immediate issues and celebrate progress in real time. We welcome your feedback. Click the link below⬇️ to send your comments, and someone will address them between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM daily.
We Are A Community of Readers...
This year's picture day is July 2, 2026. Please capture photos from the waist up, and submit images of your child/ren wearing PSCF's "Color Our World With Reading” t-shirts by midnight on July 1, 2026, at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8avrvgxknmRKX9UTRCGN0pwi1orQ7ut_SctRSBVv1lK64Ew/viewform?usp=sf_link
Please note that a $2.00 deduction will apply for late submissions (after 12:00 am).
Submit candid pictures to https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8avrvgxknmRKX9UTRCGN0pwi1orQ7ut_SctRSBVv1lK64Ew/viewform?usp=sf_link of your child/ren reading and writing sessions once or twice a week by Fridays: 6/19, 6/26, 7/3 & 7/10
Enter your child/ren in the essay contest with a 2 to 3 -minute video expressing their summer reading experience by midnight, Sunday , July 5, 2026, to https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiKf7xYWjzXGbyzZ8lzBdW8t0enFlDT0RGAz8gKZO0KFyK0Q/viewform?usp=sf_link , subject: video for ( provide child's name). Prizes include Air Force 1s. There will be a winner from each of the three age groups: ages 5 to 7, 8 to 9, and ages 10 to 12. ( Note: only children who have submitted 20 summaries and have met all stipulations will be considered.)
TIPS FOR CREATING A GREAT VIDEO ESSAY:
To help you craft a compelling entry for the video essay contest with the theme "My Summer Reading Experience with the Peaches and Sourcream Children’s Foundation, Inc.," ensure your video addresses all aspects of the topic:
- Duration: 4 weeks of summer reading
- Books Read: 20
- Summaries Submitted: 20
Include the following:
- Titles: Mention a few titles you enjoyed and explain why, as well as any you did not enjoy.
- Reading Time: Tell when and where you read and who assisted you.
Note:
- Length: 2 to 3 minutes
- Quality: Clear audio and video, original content, no copyright violations
- Structure: Clear introduction, body, and conclusion
- Technical Aspects: Good lighting and sound quality
Prepare by writing your video before filming, practice speech before filming. Before submission, make sure the video has high-quality visuals and sound.
Your input is invaluable to our growth process. Please take a moment to complete the following forms:
a. Evaluation: Share your thoughts on your summer reading experience.
b. Book Request: Note, this year (2026) books were mailed early. Look inside your boxes
c. The Attitude of Gratitude: We ask for your support in creating heartfelt "thank you" notes for our sponsor, Alfred Street Baptist Church, Alexandria , Virginia.
d. Reviews : If you believe our program can benefit other children and their families, please help us expand by writing a review on Facebook. You can start the process here: https://www.facebook.com/Peachesandsourcream/reviews
Please note that checks will be mailed to you upon receipt of the required items (a, b, c) as listed above. Thank you for your outstanding participation! 📚📝
Number One Online Family -Based Summer Reading Program
Why is our Summer Reading Rewards Program so Impactful ?
The Peaches & Sourcream Children’s Foundation (PSCF) Summer Reading Rewards Program is impactful because it goes far beyond simply placing books into the hands of children. While many organizations successfully distribute millions of books each year, PSCF understands a critical truth: access alone does not guarantee engagement, comprehension, or long-term literacy growth. A child can own books and still never develop a relationship with reading. PSCF was created to bridge that gap.
Our program addresses literacy as both an educational issue and a social justice issue. We recognize the devastating connection between low literacy rates, academic struggles, school disengagement, foster care involvement, and eventual incarceration. By intentionally investing in literacy early, PSCF works to interrupt the school-to-prison and foster-care-to-prison pipelines before they take root. We believe literacy is not simply about reading words on a page; it is about creating opportunity, confidence, stability, and hope.
What makes PSCF unique is our family-centered approach. We intentionally return to the basics: parents reading with their children, discussing stories together, helping them write summaries, and celebrating their progress. In many homes, busy schedules, financial hardship, or limited educational support systems make these experiences difficult to sustain consistently. PSCF does the heavy lifting by recruiting families, purchasing and distributing high-quality books, creating structured reading schedules, guiding children through both reading and writing activities, and rewarding participation with meaningful incentives.
The program is intentionally designed as a four-week immersive literacy experience because research consistently shows that habits are formed through repeated, consistent practice. By engaging children and families over multiple weeks, PSCF helps transform reading from an occasional school assignment into a routine family activity. Children are not only reading; they are building confidence, strengthening comprehension, improving writing skills, and developing discipline through repetition and accountability.
Equally important, PSCF creates joy around literacy. Too often, reading becomes associated solely with testing, homework, or academic pressure. PSCF reframes reading as something exciting, rewarding, and deeply personal. Through interactive sessions, encouragement, celebration, and incentives, children begin to see books as tools for imagination, discovery, and empowerment rather than obligation.
The long-term impact extends beyond a single summer. Every participating child builds a personal home library, giving families lasting access to books long after the program ends. Parents become active literacy partners. Children strengthen skills that support future academic success. Most importantly, PSCF helps cultivate a culture of literacy within the home, one where reading and writing become normalized, valued, and shared across generations.
At its core, the PSCF Summer Reading Rewards Program changes lives because it combines access, structure, accountability, family engagement, consistency, and joy. We are not simply giving away books; we are helping families build lifelong literacy habits that can alter the trajectory of a child’s future, one book, one reader, and one summer at a time.
What It Means to Read Virtually with PSCF
Where It Pays to become a Read
How the PSCF Summer Reading Rewards Program Works
Registration for the PSCF Summer Reading Rewards Program opens each March and typically remains open for one to two months. Families interested in participating must complete an application, submit a $25.00 non-refundable application fee, provide parent or guardian contact information, complete photo release forms, and submit a high-resolution photo of each participant.
Once accepted into the program, families receive schedules, expectations, books, and additional program information to prepare for a successful summer literacy experience. Because PSCF believes literacy begins in the home, a committed parent or responsible adult is required to serve as a co-facilitator by encouraging participation, supporting reading sessions, and helping children remain consistent and engaged throughout the program.
To ensure equal access to quality literature, PSCF provides each participant with a carefully selected set of age-appropriate books designed to strengthen comprehension, expand vocabulary, encourage curiosity, and promote reading enjoyment. PSCF does not use books to label, level, or limit readers. Instead, books are used to spark conversation, deepen comprehension, encourage critical thinking, and help children develop a genuine connection to reading. By supplying books directly, PSCF removes financial barriers and ensures every child has the materials needed to succeed.
Families are encouraged to create comfortable, distraction-free reading spaces or “reading nooks” within the home to help children associate reading with focus, calmness, and enjoyment. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to celebrate progress through family incentives such as favorite snacks, movie nights, or other meaningful rewards.
From mid-June through mid-July, participants read Monday through Friday for at least twenty dedicated minutes each day within a flexible twelve-hour window between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Families use the provided Summer Reading Rewards Timeline to help guide and streamline the reading process, creating structure, consistency, and accountability throughout the program.
After reading, participants complete a structured written summary explaining the beginning, middle, and end of the story. During the writing process, participants are also required to use the PSCF Reading Log to record minutes read and rate each text. This process strengthens comprehension, sequencing, vocabulary, critical thinking, written communication, and reader engagement while reinforcing the connection between reading and writing.
Each thoughtfully completed summary earns the participant $1.00, allowing children to earn up to $20.00 during the program. In addition to promoting consistency and accountability, the incentive system introduces children to the value of hard work, responsibility, and financial literacy through earned compensation.
At the conclusion of the program, participants are recognized and celebrated for their dedication and hard work through certificates of participation, monetary rewards, and the opportunity to keep their books to begin or expand their home libraries.
The PSCF Summer Reading Rewards Program transforms reading from a school requirement into a joyful and sustainable family tradition.
For additional information, please contact:
Mrs. Robin Muldor-Engram
Program Director
267-683-0899
robin.muldor@gmail.com
Our Journey
Our Journey
2018 | The Seed Is Planted
Early literacy outreach and community reading activities begin in Richmond, VA, and Philadelphia, PA, laying the foundation for what would become Peaches and Sourcream Children’s Foundation.
2019 | Foundation Established
Peaches and Sourcream Children’s Foundation, Inc. is formally founded by Robin Muldor-Engram and a dedicated team , inspired by her personal journey with reading and a deep commitment to ensuring children have access to books and joyful literacy experiences.
2020 | First Summer Reading Rewards Program
During the COVID-19 pandemic, PSCF launches its inaugural Summer Reading Rewards Program, serving its first cohort of 25 readers virtually. Although books were not yet available to distribute, the program proved that literacy could thrive—even in uncertain times.
2021 | Reading Is a Superpower
The Summer Reading Rewards Program continues, deepening engagement and reinforcing reading as a source of confidence, imagination, and empowerment.
2022 | Oceans of Possibilities
With the support of Barnes & Noble, Potomac Yard (Alexandria, VA), the program expands to welcome more children, strengthening PSCF’s commitment to literacy access and home library development.
2024 | Broader National Reach
PSCF’s Summer Reading Rewards Program reaches children across 21 states and is featured as the April 2024 Organization of the Month for The Karen Hunter Show’s “Urban View Gives” initiative—reflecting the foundation’s growing national footprint and community trust.
2025 | Color Our World With Reading!
The sixth annual Summer Reading Rewards Program launches, celebrating creativity, curiosity, and the transformative power of books.
Looking Ahead
Peaches and Sourcream Children’s Foundation continues building home libraries, expanding literacy programming, and working toward immersive, future-focused reading experiences that inspire lifelong learners.
Donate
Support Peaches and Sourcream Children's Foundation by providing books and reading resources for our 4-week Online Summer Reading Rewards Program. Help prevent summer slide- learning loss during summer, and combat the school-to prison and foster care piplines. Your gift creates a better future through literacy and opportunity.
