What Counts as Reading? Answers for Parents About Comics, Audiobooks, and More

Do graphic novels or audiobooks count as reading? Discover what helps kids become strong, motivated

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Maya's Favorites, Family Activities . By Laila Weir | November 17 , 2025

Help! My Child Hates Books: 7 Surprising Hacks to Get Even Antsy Kids to Listen to Stories

Don’t despair if your child resists story time or won’t sit still while you read aloud. Some creativity can get kids to

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5 Ways to Get Free or Cheap Books for Kids, Tweens, & Teens

Keep your child swimming in stories for less. Free or cheap books help kids love reading & parents curate a family life rich with

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Maya's Favorites, Literacy Skills, Early Language, Letters & Sounds, Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing, Print Awareness, Literacy Activities . By Laila Weir | January 19 , 2026

7 Seriously Low-Lift Ways to Sneak Literacy into Family Life

Reading, writing, spelling, vocabulary–it all takes practice. But sometimes practice can come in fun (and even downright funny)

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Literacy Skills, Early Language, Social Emotional . By Laila Weir | November 24 , 2025

20 Questions to Ask Your Elementary Schooler After School (That Get More Than “Fine”)

Discover open-ended conversation starters and tips to get your young child talking after school and actually opening up about

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Maya's Favorites, Literacy Skills, Early Language, Letters & Sounds, Seasonal & Holidays . By Laila Weir | October 27 , 2025

These Unique Toys & Decor Make Great Educational Gifts for Small Kids

Explore fun, intentional, educational gifts to fill a small child’s environment with prompts for crucial learning and make

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Kids Books, Family Activities . By Laila Weir | December 22 , 2025

Literary Tourism with Kids: Underrated Family Adventures You Won’t Want to Miss

Discover sites related to children’s literature, such as authors’ homes and story settings, and plan literary adventures for

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Family Activities . By Laila Weir | December 29 , 2025

Mindful New Year with Kids: Take Resolutions to the Next Level

Build your family’s bond and your child’s character with shared reflection at New Year’s, from reflecting on the past to

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Kids Books, Family Activities . By Laila Weir | December 15 , 2025

How to Inspire Young Readers with Literary Tourism for Families

Spark your child’s love of reading with literary adventures! Discover how visiting authors’ homes and story settings can grow

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Parent-School Partnership . By Laila Weir | February 17 , 2025

6 Reasons to Volunteer in Your Child’s Classroom (Even If You’re Too Busy)

Even a little school volunteering can elevate your child’s learning, deepen your bond, and yield some great side benefits.

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