A sister reads Happy Harper Thursdays to her brothers. Source: Courtesy of Fern Schumer Chapman Cutoffs and estrangements—by circumstance or by choice—have plagued generations in my family. In 1938, ...

We’ve all heard about the benefits of learning to read quietly and independently. A big part of learning at school is all about reading, but it’s not always easy to find time for more reading at home.

We’re familiar with the many benefits of reading aloud to children, but is reading aloud also beneficial for adults? In addition to building closer bonds with loved ones, research has revealed that ...

Friendship, companionship, love, reassurance, acknowledgement, a sense of belonging -- these and other feelings are part of the human condition, regardless of a person's age. Our need for these things ...

Growing up isn’t easy. Kids are faced with all kinds of decisions, hurdles and a constant attempt to understand who they are and where they fit in the world. Reading books that address these issues ...

Early-elementary teachers work hard all year to support their students’ emerging reading skills. The payoff—gains in literacy progress—tends to come toward the end of the school year, just as it’s ...

These back-to-school reads will help children tackle first-day nerves, new teachers, letters, numbers and more. By Travis Jonker Travis Jonker is a children’s book author and illustrator, and the ...

Opinion articles provide independent perspectives on key community issues, separate from our newsroom reporting. The leader of a local civic organization recently asked me if I would give a Zoom talk ...

Celebrate the season of love with our carefully curated collection of 50 Valentine’s Day books that will capture your child’s heart. From sweet board books perfect for tiny hands to chapter books that ...

Reading aloud makes a significant difference in the bustling world of animal shelters, where furry residents often face uncertain futures. Recent research has unveiled the profound impact of reading ...