In the magical land of New Hampshire, known to all as the "Granite State," nestled snugly amongst mountains garnished with snowy caps and valleys overflowing with verdant greenery, there lived the most extraordinary group of children the world had ever seen. These weren't ordinary children, oh no! They were the Reading Rangers of New Hampshire! With their leader, the ever-charismatic Captain Bookbeard, they embarked on epic adventures. Captain Bookbeard, a jolly character with a beard made entirely of bookmark ribbons, a pair of glasses perched precariously at the tip of his nose and a hat tall enough to be mistaken for a wizard's, led his troop fearlessly. His laughter echoed through the hills, sounding like a babbling brook tripping over stones in its path, and his jokes never failed to make the Reading Rangers giggle. These children were special because they had an insatiable appetite for stories and an unparalleled love for reading. They'd huddle in treehouses, under the shade of gigantic maples, beside a crackling fireplace, or even on the sun-kissed beaches, their minds lost in the enchanting world of books. From the tiny town of Littleton to the bustling city of Manchester, the Reading Rangers were legends. They battled dragons, explored the cosmos, solved mysteries, and discovered lost civilizations, all without leaving their beloved state. And when the Rangers weren't reading, they were laughing at Captain Bookbeard's goofy antics, like the time he tried to use a book as a boat and ended up with soggy pants! In the magical state of New Hampshire, these book-loving kids had transformed reading into a thrilling adventure, proving that with a book in hand, every day could be filled with laughter, fun, and a whole lot of excitement!

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best reading programs in Hillsboro, NH

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DEBUT Creative Center & Theater-Studio is a dual-language (English–Russian) program where kids explore creativity, confidence, and self-expression. From theater and dance to fencing and stage performance, children can try new activities and discover their unique talents. Small class sizes let instructors give each child personalized attention, helping them feel comfortable, supported, and confident as they learn. Kids build artistic skills while also developing social confidence, teamwork, and poise on stage and in everyday life. Our programs celebrate each child’s individuality, combining fun, hands-on experiences with a focus on personal growth—all while keeping Russian language and culture an important part of the curriculum.

Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
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The Wediko School is located on 450 lakefront acres in New Hampshire, and provides therapeutic and educational services for middle and high school aged boys. This residential treatment center is renowned for its intensive milieu of academics and therapy. The NH Department of Education cites The Wediko School as an example of “how residentials should be.” Through their extensive therapeutic program and strong culture of community, students develop important social-emotional skills and resilience to help them succeed in school, home, and their wider communities.

Hillsboro, NH 03244