Personal Development

Raising a Reader Was Never a Solo Job—How to Build Your Child’s Literacy Village

Raising a reader isn't a solo job. Here's how connecting with people and places in your community opens up literacy opportunities

Parent Development Is a Real Thing—and I’m Calling Mine Mommy Camp

To help kids learn and grow into their best selves, parents must grow, too. Explore how to stretch yourself through intentional

Bring Reading for Our Lives to Your Community—Virtually

Host a virtual book club with Reading for Our Lives author Maya Payne Smart and equip families with simple, proven tools to raise

Tap Into Your Own Reading Struggles or Joy to Raise a Confident Reader

Explore how to raise a confident reader by tapping into your own early reading struggles or reading

Substitute 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

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

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

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

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

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,