Perfect Back-to-School Read Alouds for Kids
Books are so often the cornerstone of activities, discussions and culture building during the first few weeks of school. We’re thrilled...
10 Great YA Non-Fiction Titles for Teens and Adults
I must confess that I read far more teen fiction than I do YA non-fiction. This truth also applies to the rest of my reading life. This...
20 Diverse Picture Books About Summer
Summer is here which means no school, vacation, outdoor play, pools and beaches, and lots of sun. This year is already breaking heat...
Chapter Six: June News from the Madison Reading Project
June was such a special month for us! We had our biggest fundraiser of the year, and kicked off our summer programming. We're so excited...
Honoring Refugee Stories with Maya from MaiStoryBook
June 20, 2023 is World Refugee Day. In recognition of the tremendous strength, bravery, and sacrifice that refugees must have and endure...
Kids Books About Clothing
This collection of books is inspired by our annual Read(y) to Wear fundraising event. At its core, it’s a paper fashion show - a...
20 Must-Read Picture Books With LGBTQ+ Families To Read For LGBTQ+ Pride Month by Margaret Kingsbury
June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month, a time to bust out rainbow clothes and celebrate queer culture, history, identities, and families. It’s also...
Picture Books to Celebrate Father's Day
This inclusive list of books celebrating and honoring father figures shines a light on relationships between kids and the grown-ups who...
Chapter Five: May News from the Madison Reading Project
We love the warmer weather and all of the fun end of school year activities that we’ve been invited to this month. Our new Free Book...
20 Super Fun Books to Read Aloud to Kids
The benefits of reading aloud to kids of all ages are tremendous. Reading books aloud promotes better listening skills, fosters deeper...