The Need2Read Book Tour is an engaging 30–45 minute enrichment experience that blends storytelling, learning, and interactive fun. Each show is carefully designed to support early childhood learning goals, highlighting creativity, critical thinking, and social-emotional development in an environment where kids can learn, grow, and just be kids.

As educators with over 11 years of experience, Regina and Renita Deloatch created the Need2Read Book Tour to inspire a love of reading while reinforcing important life skills. Their mission is to spark curiosity, encourage empathy, and empower children to believe in themselves and their ideas.

The tour has earned recognition for its unique blend of literacy and enrichment, captivating young audiences and receiving praise from teachers and parents alike. With sold-out shows and enthusiastic participation from schools and early learning centers, Need2Read has proven to be more than entertainment—it’s a meaningful educational experience.

Each visit includes dynamic storytelling, audience interaction, movement activities, and optional take-home materials that help extend learning beyond the show. By bringing the Need2Read Book Tour to your program, you’re giving children an unforgettable opportunity to connect with books, practice important social-emotional skills, and experience the joy of learning in a fun, memorable way.

Our message is educational, fun and engaging!

The Need2Read Book Tour interactive story-time shows are designed to do more than entertain—they reinforce core learning goals:
✅ Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): Helping children identify, express, and manage emotions
✅ Literacy Engagement: Sparking curiosity and a love for reading
✅ Character Development: Modeling kindness, empathy, and positive choices

Ready to bring this enrichment experience to your school or center?
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"Regina and Renita bring positivity and encouragement to life for children by sharing their story of the Hidden Crown.  Their hands-on approach allows children to be apart of the story. They are welcome at our school time and time again."

—Emily Price Education Director | The Goddard School, Sugar Hill, GA.

Inclusive Story-Time Experiences for Special Needs Learners of All Ages

Our interactive story-time shows are inclusive, high-energy, and especially impactful for individuals on the autism spectrum as well—from young children to autistic adults. Using rhythm, visuals, repetition, and audience participation, we create a joyful, welcoming environment where everyone feels comfortable engaging in their own way. The response is powerful—audiences light up, connect, and have so much fun that organizations proudly invite us back again and again

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Need2Read Book Tour Enrichment Options:

In School Field Trip

“Hidden Crowns” Story-Time Show (Ages 2-10 Years Old)

The “Hidden Crowns” Story-Time Show is for preschool and lower primary school age children. It’s an exciting 30-minute interactive story-time with Lights, Camera & Action! The rhyming book titled “Regina and Renita & Their Hidden Crowns,” has a soft storyline encouraging happiness through positive thoughts and positive actions which lights up our hidden crowns. The program includes:
- Story-telling of Original Story by Authors
- Interactive Song, Life Size Character Props
- Custom Paper Head Crown
- Sparkling Jewel/Gem
- Need2Read Book Tour Stickers
- Autograph Book Signing Session
- Picture taken with Authors
*Two great show options—please call for show pricing!
(404) 907-3363

“Emotion-A-Palooza” Story-Time Show (Ages 3-10 Years Old)

The Need2Read Book Tour is excited to introduce a new show for preschool children: “Emotion-a-Palooza,” Story-time Show! Regina and Renita Explore Emotions Galore is read to students by AWARD WINNING Authors Regina and Renita Deloatch. This captivating show helps children recognize and manage their emotions in a fun and innovative way.
The Emotion-a-Palooza show is an innovative 30-45 minute show aims to stimulate children's emotional intelligence through interactive games and cutting-edge technology. Join us on this journey of self-discovery and emotional awakening!
- Storytelling of Original Book “Regina and Renita Explore Emotions Galore”
- Custom Paper Whistle Glasses (1 per child in attendance)
- Interactive Game: Plink-E-Motions
- Wake-up our Emotions with Ai Robotic Technology
- FREE Basketball Emoji sticker (1 per child in attendance)
- **BONUS: Purchase an Autographed Book for Only $10
*Two great show options—please call for show pricing!
(404) 907-3363

“Nasty Nate’s” Story-Time Show (Ages 4-11 Years Old)

The “Nasty Nate’s” Story-Time Show is for 1st grade through 5th grade students. It’s an exciting 30-45-minute interactive program in a classroom setting read to student off of a smart projector. It engages all students about the risk and consequences of bullying and making good choices through storytelling of the children’s book “Regina and Renita Tackle Nasty Nate’s Nasty Ways!” The program includes:
- A book reading by Regina and Renita re-telling their life experience through rhythm and rhyme.
- Life size character props and surprises for students to enjoy
- Three possible endings to the story which allows for deep discussion about what could have happened and what actually happened.
- Autograph Signing & Book purchase available
- Picture taken with Authors
*Two great show options—please call for show pricing! | (404) 907-3363