Personal Development, Community, Diversity & Inclusion, Library & Literacy Advocacy . By Maya Smart | December 09 , 2024

The Christmas Books Campaign that Launched My Literacy Advocacy

Celebrating 10 years since Maya Smart’s pivotal role as The Richmond Christmas Mother, where her passion for literacy and early

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Family Activities, Seasonal & Holidays . By Andrea Hunt | November 06 , 2024

Want to give the gift of reading? Try Iceland’s Jolabokaflod, A ‘Christmas Book Flood’

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Early Language, Personal Development . By Maya Smart | November 04 , 2024

I Made These New-Mom Mistakes. Then I Wrote a Book So You Won’t Have To.

Parenting author Maya Payne Smart shares her inspiring journey to becoming a literacy advocate and what new parents can learn

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Maya's Favorites, Community, Library & Literacy Advocacy . By Maya Smart | October 28 , 2024

Literacy First Celebrates 30 Years of Impact with Reading for Our Lives Book Club

Parenting author Maya Payne Smart discusses the gold standard of reading tutor programs & a thoughtful book conversation on

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9 Awesome Kids’ Bookstagram Accounts that Will Keep Your Family Reading

Check out these kids’ bookstagram accounts to find children’s book recommendations, discover new authors, and build an

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Maya's Favorites, Early Language, Letters & Sounds, Spelling, Vocabulary, Family Activities . By Maya Smart | September 02 , 2024

The Planet Word Museum in D.C. Is The Place to Spur Language and Literacy Love with Kids

Parenting author Maya Payne Smart shares a peek at the Planet Word museum in Washington, D.C. and how it can inspire readers and

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Library & Literacy Advocacy, Author & Leader Interviews . By Maya Smart | August 05 , 2024

4 Lessons for Parents from National Ambassador for Children’s Literature Meg Medina

Library of Congress children’s literature ambassador Meg Medina shares valuable lessons for parents about helping their kids

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Seasonal & Holidays, Community, Diversity & Inclusion . By Maya Smart | July 01 , 2024

July 4th Reflections on Liberty and Literacy

Author Maya Payne Smart reflects on the boundaries of the freedoms the 4th of July extols— and who enjoys them—plus how

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Personal Development . By Maya Smart | April 29 , 2024

AI in Parenting: Revolutionizing Answers to Parenting Questions

Learn how AI can streamline your parenting efforts. Nessle founder Carly Buxton explains how to use AI tools to tackle tough

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Social Emotional, Personal Development . By Maya Smart | March 04 , 2024

5 Awesome Quotes About How Parents Win with Family Reading

Kids aren't the only ones who can benefit from read-aloud time. Moms and dads can experience powerful and lasting benefits,

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