The Noble Neighbor’s mission is to bring books and authors to underserved St. Louis area schools to empower kids and promote equity in education – because all children deserve access to knowledge and inspiration.

Why are Author Visits so Important?

Author visits are so very important because they:

ENCOURAGE

reading for fun.

MOTIVATE

reluctant and struggling readers.

EMPOWER STUDENTS

to understand the creative process.

INSPIRE

new and creative thought.

REINFORCE

classroom lessons.

CONNECT

goal setting and discipline to success.
Nancy Pearl photo

Nancy Pearl

Marion Elementary
"Over 80 percent of our students live below the poverty line. When The Noble Neighbor brings authors and their books to my students, it is priceless. Visiting authors have inspired my students to read, write and follow their dreams."

How It Works

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Finds authors to visit schools

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Donations purchase books

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Authors visit St. Louis schools

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Students receive authors' books

CONNECT • EMPOWER • REINFORCE • MOTIVATE • INSPIRE • ENCOURAGE