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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Early Language, Personal Development . By Maya Smart | November 04 , 2024

I Made These New-Mom Mistakes. Then I Wrote a Book So You Won’t Have To.

Parenting author Maya Payne Smart shares her inspiring journey to becoming a literacy advocate and what new parents can learn

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Personal Development . By Maya Smart | April 29 , 2024

AI in Parenting: Revolutionizing Answers to Parenting Questions

Learn how AI can streamline your parenting efforts. Nessle founder Carly Buxton explains how to use AI tools to tackle tough

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Social Emotional, Personal Development . By Penny Leigh Sebring | April 11 , 2024

Does Being in Nature Make Kids Smarter? (And How to Help Your Child)

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Social Emotional, Personal Development . By Maya Smart | March 04 , 2024

5 Awesome Quotes About How Parents Win with Family Reading

Kids aren't the only ones who can benefit from read-aloud time. Moms and dads can experience powerful and lasting benefits,

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Social Emotional, Family Activities, Seasonal & Holidays, Personal Development . By Laila Weir | November 13 , 2023

6 Ways to Foster Gratitude & Caring with Small Kids at Thanksgiving

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Social Emotional, Personal Development, Author & Leader Interviews, Books for Adults . By Maya Smart | October 09 , 2023

Help Your Child Succeed by Uncovering Their Passion, Purpose & Potential

Parenting authors discuss how to help your child find their passions, help your child succeed, and support them to reach their

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Maya's Favorites, Personal Development, Books for Adults . By Maya Smart | May 29 , 2023

How to Assess Your Child’s Development & When to Seek Help

Parenting author and literacy advocate Maya Payne Smart outlines a framework to follow when evaluating your child’s development

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Social Emotional, Family Activities, Seasonal & Holidays, Personal Development . By Maya Smart | January 03 , 2023

How to Launch Your Best New Year with a Family Year in Review Keepsake

Complete this sweet family year in review exercise to reflect and start the new year off right with your

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Maya's Favorites, Social Emotional, Personal Development, Community, Library & Literacy Advocacy . By Maya Smart | December 06 , 2022

3 Bookish New Year’s Resolutions Worth Keeping

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