Making Reading Visible Again: Why I Joined the Get Caught Reading Campaign
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Author Maya Payne Smart talked to Fox 6 about how to sidestep the summer reading crisis by turning lazy days into summer learning
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Parenting skills are developed, not innate. Discover how science shows caregiving shapes the brain, transforming adults into
Read the postReading Starts Before School—And Parents Are the Right Teachers
Empower your child from day one—discover how parents actually teach reading from the start through everyday moments, play, and
Read the postReading Reform Will Fail Without Families
Reading reforms need more than new curricula—they require active, informed family engagement to support children’s literacy
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As reading scores lag, Indiana and Ohio take diverging approaches to third-grade retention. Explore how each state tackles early
Read the postSubstitute Teaching as a Meaningful Side Hustle for Parents: Give Back and Make Money on Your Schedule
Looking for flexible work during school hours? Substitute teaching can be a great part-time job for parents—plus a way to
Read the postThe Paperback Edition of Reading for Our Lives Is Here—And It Couldn’t Come at a More Critical Time
Awards serve as exclamation marks—chances to pause and say, this matters. Maya Payne Smart reflects on building change with
Read the post6 Reasons to Volunteer in Your Child’s Classroom (Even If You’re Too Busy)
Even a little school volunteering can elevate your child’s learning, deepen your bond, and yield some great side benefits.
Read the post5 Things Parents Need to Know About the 2024 NAEP Reading Scores Crisis
What do the 2024 NAEP national reading scores mean for your child? Get key takeaways and action steps for
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