The MRP Blog

For Valentine’s Day, we are thrilled to share a process art collage, and selection of our favorite inclusive books showcasing all kinds of love. We love this art activity because there is no one right way to go about it - children of all ages can enjoy it and make it their own. We suggest pairing this activity with a special Valentine’s Day read aloud. Each of the books on this list can be treasured and read during Valentine’s Day, and on any other day of the year. They inclu

Happy Lunar New Year! Maya here, from MaiStoryBook, and to help celebrate Lunar New Year this February 1, 2022, I'm excited to collaborate with the Madison Reading Project to share some of my favorite festive read alouds and bookish crafts! What is Lunar New Year? Lunar New Year is the beginning of the new year based on the lunar calendar. The lunar calendar is based on cycles of the moon and sun, and is generally 21-51 days behind the Gregorian (internationally-used) solar c

In order for children to begin investing their humanity to make the world a better place, they must be exposed to real injustices and a variety of lived experiences. We believe that books can be the perfect tool for starting discussions and learning about the world we live in. In celebration of the work and life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we created a collection of books about non-violent youth activism to inspire children aged 0 to 18. The collection includes books about

Winnie the Pooh is a beloved and well-known storybook character who’s reach now extends past the written word. This year marks 95 years since readers first fell in love with Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Tiger, Eeyore and the Hundred Acre Woods! In celebration of this favorite series, we’re highlighting more loveable books with bears that you will enjoy reading with little ones. You can shop for and donate all these books at our Bookshop page. Share Some Kindness, Bring Some Light