Maya's Favorites, Kids Books, Family Activities, Community . By Maya Smart | June 23 , 2025

Why You Should Bring Your Kids to Author Talks—Especially Ones Like This. 

Want to raise a real reader? Discover how bringing kids to author talks sparks curiosity, confidence & love of books—one

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Family Activities . By Laila Weir | June 02 , 2025

Fun July 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 July

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Social Emotional, Family Activities, Seasonal & Holidays . By Laila Weir | June 02 , 2025

Helping Little Hearts Say Thank You: Father’s Day with Young Children

Help your little one celebrate Dad and learn to express emotion and gratitude with heartfelt, age-appropriate Father's Day ideas

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Maya's Favorites, Family Activities, Literacy Activities . By Laila Weir | May 19 , 2025

How a Family Book Journal Can Help You Foster Reading, Reflection & Connection—and Cut Clutter

Start a family book journal to spark reflection, promote reading, and create a keepsake of stories that shaped your family.

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Family Activities . By Laila Weir | May 15 , 2025

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

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Maya's Favorites, Literacy Skills, Early Language, Family Activities . By Maya Smart | May 12 , 2025

Maya in Katie Couric Media: The Surprising Influence Grandparents Have on Raising Young Readers

Learn from parenting author Maya Payne Smart how everyday moments with grandparents are boosting many kids’ reading

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Literacy Skills, Early Language, Letters & Sounds, Print Awareness, Family Activities, Literacy Activities . By Maya Smart | May 05 , 2025

Maya in CNBC: Unlocking Children’s Potential With Research-Backed Early Literacy Strategies

Small, smart daily moments build strong readers. Parenting author Maya Smart shares actionable tips to foster early literacy and

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Make Your Own Earth Day Bookmark to Color — with Free Printable

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Family Activities . By Laila Weir | April 16 , 2025

Fun May Read Alouds and Story Time Activities for Families

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Literacy Skills, Early Language, Family Activities, Literacy Activities, Seasonal & Holidays . By Laila Weir | April 07 , 2025

How to Make 3 Fun & Educational DIY Easter Basket Gifts

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