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Real people. Real numbers. A brighter tomorrow.

The Gap We're Closing

Literacy opens doors — to confidence, independence, opportunity, and a fuller life. But for millions of adults, that door is still hard to reach.

People
Purpose
Possibility
♡
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It's never too late to grow. ♡
Adult learner smiling at a tablet

For Adults

The Need Is Real

Literacy challenges affect people from all walks of life.

28%
of U.S. adults ages 16–65 performed at Level 1 or below in literacy in 2023, up from 19% in 2017.
40%
of adults ages 55–65 performed at Level 1 or below in adaptive problem solving in 2023.
32%
of adults whose highest educational attainment was high school performed at Level 1 or below in literacy, compared with 24% in 2017.
“These aren't just statistics. They are adults working, raising families, managing households, and participating in their communities.
Different Paths. The Same Challenge. ♡

Literacy Challenges Don't Belong
to One Kind of Person

In 2023, lower literacy performance increased across every educational-attainment category measured by PIAAC.

55%Less than high school(up from 40% in 2017)
32%High school(up from 24% in 2017)
13%More than high school(up from 6% in 2017)
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Their Potential Is Real. ♡
Parent and young adult reading together

For Parents & Families

The Need Doesn't End With School

School support eventually ends, but the need for meaningful reading does not.

Many family members continue to face reading challenges in adulthood. Parents need options that allow their loved ones to keep reading, building confidence, and living more independently — without requiring someone to sit beside them for every page.

Real Support. More Independence. Brighter Futures. ♡
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Stronger Students. Brighter Tomorrows. ♡
Smiling teacher in a classroom

For Teachers

The Challenge Continues Beyond the Classroom

Students receiving special-education services may have structured literacy support while they are in school. But what happens after school?

Teachers shouldn't have to solve adulthood before a student leaves their classroom. Families need accessible, age-respectful reading options that can continue into adult life.

Original Stories

Stories Written for Real Life

Every book is written for teens and adult readers — mature themes, clear language, and stories that have nothing to do with childhood. Fiction. Nonfiction. Mystery. History. Adventure. Romance. Stories that finally match the life you are actually living.

Real stories meet real people right where they are — and take them further.

More Than Books.
A Brighter Tomorrow.

Read2Grow is part of Peacock & Pineapple — creating stories, tools, and opportunities for a more inclusive, more confident world.

People
Purpose
Possibility ♡

The Gap Is Real.
The Solution Is Here.

Explore Read2Grow →REAL READERS. BRIGHTER TOMORROWS.
Reading Changes Lives
Sources: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PIAAC 2023 (Dec. 2024), OECD 2023.— PEACOCK & PINEAPPLE —

Age-Respectful

Reading Experience

Read2Grow by Peacock & Pineapple was developed for emerging adult readers seeking to strengthen foundational literacy skills.

Read2Grow creates books for adult emerging readers using a special writing method that keeps stories clear, respectful, and easy to follow. Our books help adults build reading confidence while enjoying stories made for mature readers. With more than 100 titles and a supported audible reading app, Read2Grow gives adults fun and meaningful reading experiences connected to real life, personal growth, and everyday interests.

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Readers Today

  • Library with 100+ original books

  • New stories added monthly

  • Available on Android, iOS & Web

  • Built using our Signature Writing Method™

  • Age-respectful storytelling

  • Guided literacy support tools

How Read2Grow Supports Literacy Growth

Reading Support

  • Read Aloud Support
    Built-in audio helps readers hear words correctly while following along independently.

  • Practice Reading Aloud
    Readers strengthen fluency and verbal confidence through guided reading practice.

  • Support When Readers Get Stuck
    Helpful prompts and pronunciation guidance reduce frustration and keep readers engaged.

Growth Tracking

  • Measures Reading Growth
    Track literacy progress over time with simple, easy-to-understand progress insights.

  • Monitors Comprehension Development
    Integrated comprehension tools help readers understand and retain what they read.

  • Tracks Reading Time & Engagement
    Readers and caregivers can monitor reading habits, participation, and consistency.

Motivation & Engagement

  • Recommends Books They’ll Enjoy
    Personalized suggestions keep readers motivated with stories matched to their interests.

  • Celebrates Milestone
    Badges, streaks, and achievement tracking encourage consistency and confidence.

  • Builds Confidence Through Every Story
    Age-respectful content helps readers grow skills without feeling talked down to.

Trusted Literacy Innovation

Peacock & Pineapple

Moniqueka Smith Founder

& CEO

The Kelicha Writing Method™

is a method that uses clear language, steady sentence pacing, and strong reading support to make stories easier to follow and understand. Built around proven literacy and readability principles, the system helps readers grow confidence while enjoying mature topics, real-life experiences, and engaging stories.

Why Families, Educators & Readers Trust Read2Grow

  • Designed Specifically for Developing Readers

  • Built Using Readability Research Principles

  • Age-Respectful Content

  • Created with Cognitive Decline, Neurodivergent & Struggling Readers in Mind

  • Focused on Real-Life Literacy

  • Technology-Supported Learning

  • Built from Lived Experience & Advocacy

A Different Kind of Reading Experience

Read2Grow is more than a reading platform.

It is a confidence-building literacy experience created to help

readers feel capable, respected, included, and empowered

one story at a time.

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