Resources for Lifelong Readers

How to Assess Your Child’s Development & When to Seek Help

Parenting author and literacy advocate Maya Payne Smart outlines a framework to follow when evaluating your child’s development

Fun June Read Alouds and Story Time Activities for Families

Discover some awesome new reads to share with your child this month with our recommendations of picture books to read in June

10 Children’s Poems by Black Poets You Should Know (And Love)

Discover 10 fabulous children's poems by black poets to fill your child’s bookshelf with beautiful and diverse

This Easy Carrot Hummus Recipe for Kids Teaches How to Read & Spell Double Consonants

Learning to read double letter words is double delicious with this carrot hummus recipe for kids. They’ll be cooking as they

10 Awesome Beach Picture Books for Kids that Will Jumpstart Summer Fun

Discover thoughtfully curated and diverse beach picture books that will transport you to the seaside and get the whole family

Fun May Read Alouds and Story Time Activities for Families

Early Literacy Tips for Parents from a Teacher & Bookstore Owner

Get helpful early literacy tips for parents as author Maya Payne Smart interviews former teacher & children’s bookstore owner

This Mom of a Struggling Reader Created an Educational Board Game to Teach Kids Reading

When one mom’s son struggled to read, she did everything she could to help. Now, she’s created an educational reading board

Teach Reading as You Make an Easy Recipe for Kids: Three Bean Salad

Teach your child to read the TH spelling pattern as you make this easy recipe for kids together and then enjoy a healthy three

Fun April Read Alouds and Story Time Activities for Families