Library & Literacy Advocacy

How a Milwaukee Summer Reading Program Builds a Better Tomorrow

Author Maya Smart reflects on fostering literacy & life success for kids Milwaukee & beyond with programs like Tragil Wade

This Amazing BIPOC Kids’ Book Store Doubles as a Reading Tutoring Center

Author Maya Payne Smart chats with the founder of Rooted MKE, a Milwaukee bookstore, reading tutoring center, and community space

How The Noble Neighbor Uses Books to Promote Social Justice

Literacy advocate Maya Smart interviews Andrea Scarpino of The Noble Neighbor about how the program promotes social justice

Maya Smart Speaks on Literacy and Hope to United Way Women in Milwaukee

7 Awesome Organizations Around the World that Support Literacy

Free Books for Kids: How Little Free Libraries Spread the Book Love

4 Things Every Daycare Should Be Doing to Protect Kids’ Brains

Do This Now! 3 Ways to Support Your Local Library with Your Kids

3 Ways to Support Early Literacy Even If You Don’t Have Young Children

Read Across America Day Isn’t Canceled. Here’s How to Celebrate During COVID