Literacy Tips
What does reading do for our brains? How can we encourage our children and students to make books a daily habit? How can we read aloud so that our audience really listens? Here you’ll find a host of practical tips, tricks, and articles to boost your literacy teaching.
When Literature Resists: Instituto Poesiar Seeks to Build Latin America’s First School for Poets
Like many literary forms, poetry faces a crisis of under-appreciation. One institution in Brazil is working to create a space for it.
Summer Reading: The Cheapest Thing Your Children Will Do This Summer Has the Biggest Payoff
Educator Sarah Silverkey discusses the dreaded "summer slide" — when reading skills slip — and how simple, fun, and affordable it can be to make great habits a part of your children’s summer.
The 20 Bestselling Children’s Books of All Time
The all-time bestsellers in children’s fiction feature old and new classics alike, and share a number of interesting traits. How many have you read?
A History of Mobile Libraries and Why They Matter Today
From horse-drawn carts to modern bookmobiles, a look at how libraries on the move shape readers and communities, and keep stories accessible.
What to Look for When Choosing a Picture Book for Your Child
Thousands of new picture books are published every year. How can parents choose ones that truly support children’s learning, literacy, and reading joy? Dr. Charnetta Williams shares practical guidance on what to look for.
Old Stories, New Formats: Making Classics Accessible to Every Reader
Educator Sarah Silverkey discusses the place of classics like Heidi in literacy education and how updated, reimagined, or abridged editions can help inspire young readers.
High-Low Books: What They Are and How to Use Them to Encourage Readers
Educator Sarah Silverkey shares what “high-low” books are, and how they can act as gateways to literacy for reluctant and dormant readers of any age.
5 Ways to Inspire Mindfulness in Children Through Reading
Mindfulness educator Olga Dombrovska shares gentle, everyday practices that not only boost literacy but help children slow down, feel calm, and develop emotional skills.
Top Children’s Book Prizes and How They Boost Literacy
A look at the biggest awards celebrating children’s literature and why honoring children’s literature is more important than ever.