Early Language

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

Music To Their Ears: Why Poetry And Rhyming Books Are Awesome For Kids

Little kids love rhymes. But do poetry for kids and rhyming books help engage young readers and develop literacy? You bet. Find

12 Wonderful Wordless Picture Books to Read Your Child (& Why You Should)

Discover the benefits of wordless picture books and a dozen fabulous titles by diverse authors to get you

Super Fun, Simple, Free Word Games to Play with Small Kids

6 Science-Based Tips for Teaching Your Kids Vocabulary … the Fun Way

Here’s How to Fit Learning into Your Preschooler’s Summer Fun

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

4 Great Reasons Dads Should Read Books to their Kids (Too)

Maya Smart Reveals the No. 1 Thing Parents Should Do to Raise Readers

9 Great Books to Get Preschoolers Ready for Reading (and How)