Maya led a community discussion on early literacy at this engaging Science Café event. The program explored practical ways to turn everyday moments into meaningful learning opportunities for children. Participants learned how small, everyday interactions can have a big impact on a child’s readiness for school and life.
The event was hosted at the YWCA Southeast Wisconsin’s OECI Office in Milwaukee.
Maya Payne Smart is a writer, parent educator, and literacy advocate who has served on the boards of numerous library and literacy organizations. She and her family live in Milwaukee, where she serves as affiliated faculty in educational policy and leadership in the College of Education at Marquette University. Her website, MayaSmart.com, provides tips and tools for parents to nurture, teach, and advocate for kids on the road to reading.