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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,

What a Year! Promoting Literacy for All On the Road and Online

Literacy advocate Maya Payne Smart, author of Reading for Our Lives: A Literacy Action Plan from Birth to Six, reflects on her