Library & Literacy Advocacy . By Maya Smart | January 06 , 2025

Literacy Champion Offers a Case Study in How to Be an Advocate (Hint: Lead With Curiosity)

Attorney Kevin Long didn’t set out to become a literacy advocate. But thoughtful curiosity drove him to become a catalyst for

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Parent-School Partnership, Community, Library & Literacy Advocacy . By Maya Smart | December 23 , 2024

I’ve Had a Fantastic Year Promoting Literacy for All. Who’ll Join My 2025 Plans?

Parenting author and literacy expert Maya Payne Smart shares exciting plans for 2025, plus literacy for all successes in

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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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Kids Books, Social Emotional, Diversity & Inclusion . By Chrysta Naron | December 02 , 2024

Affirming Hair-Love Picture Books to Foster Acceptance & Self-Love

Celebrate your child's & their friends’ unique hair or hairstyles (or lack thereof) with hair love picture books that foster

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Kids Books, Family Activities, Seasonal & Holidays, Community, Diversity & Inclusion . By Chrysta Naron | November 06 , 2024

13 Fantastic Winter Holiday Books by Black Authors

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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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Kids Books, Diversity & Inclusion . By Chrysta Naron | August 12 , 2024

Stellar Children’s Books to Read for Hispanic Heritage Month

Discover 14 fantastic children's books for Hispanic Heritage Month, from board books and picture books to young adult novels for

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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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Community, Library & Literacy Advocacy . By Hope Moses | July 29 , 2024

This Library Ditched Summer Reading Rewards. Here’s Why.

Summer reading rewards programs are a staple at libraries across the country. But do they actually get kids to read—and love

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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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