I grew up watching LeVar Burton on Reading Rainbow, a show that sparked my lifelong love for reading and libraries. Today, I see the same spark in librarian Mychal Threets. His videos on social media platforms like Instagram demonstrate an infectious enthusiasm for books and library services. He has the potential to be a fantastic reading ambassador for the 21st century, inspiring a new generation of children just as LeVar Burton did for us.

Reading Rainbow was an iconic show that aired from 1983 to 2006 and won over 26 Emmy Awards during its run (source: Emmy Awards Archive). It played a significant role in promoting literacy among children in America. However, since its cancellation, there's been a void that needs filling.

Mychal Threets is not just any librarian; he is passionate about his role and goes above and beyond to make reading exciting. His dynamic personality could bring back the magic of Reading Rainbow while modernizing it for today's digital-savvy kids.

By rebooting Reading Rainbow with Mychal Threets as host, PBS would not only honor its tradition of quality educational programming but also address the declining literacy rates among American children - currently at only 35% proficiency level by fourth grade (source: National Assessment of Educational Progress).

Let's urge PBS to bring back this beloved show with Mychal at its helm - because every child deserves their own "Reading Rainbow" experience. Please sign this petition today!