In 2024, 51% of families read aloud to their very young children, while 37% read aloud to their kids between the ages of 6 and 8 years old. Some parents have said they stop reading aloud to their ...

New international research by the United Way of Australia is highlighting the impact of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. The five-country study is the largest ever done on shared book reading, ...

To commemorate this centennial, Young, Black & Lit is sharing 11 must-read books for children of all ages. These selections ...

From an early age, children are diving into the vibrant world of digital media, sparking a critical conversation about its impact on literacy. While the undeniable advantages of print books can enrich ...

At left, Tony Buttino prepares Western New York book reviewers (from left to right: Stephanie, Percy and Afrika) with production assistant Pam Johnson at right. Courtesy of WNED PBS, Buffalo, NY For ...

Since the pandemic, more children have been starting school without being "school-ready." In 2022–23, 33% of all children starting reception in England did not have the skills needed for success in ...

We’ve compiled a list of interactive reading tools that make learning to read fun, engaging, and confidence-building for children ...

Picture book author Mac Barnett has been named the Library of Congress' new ambassador for young people's literature. He discusses what the role means when engaging kids in reading can be a struggle.

Austin’s own BookSpring is transforming family reading across Texas—one free book, one story, and one child at a time. The nonprofit believes that the simple act of sharing a story can change a ...

Hundreds of books will be given away to children on Sunday, Feb. 8, helping to foster a love of reading that hopefully will ...

With just one in three children now enjoying reading in their free time, a new song featuring DJ AG and MC Grammar is aiming ...