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...
20 Current Favorite API Reads with Maya from MaiStoryBook
May is Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage month (APIH Month). It is a month to celebrate, appreciate, and recognize the culture,...
Chapter Four: April News from Madison Reading Project
April has been a fun and busy month for MRP! This month we celebrated a huge milestone by giving away our 400,000th book to the amazing...
Picture Books to Celebrate Spring Beginnings and Traditions
The start of a new season often feels rejuvenating and hopeful, especially when we’re transitioning from a long, cold winter in the...
3 Questions to Help Students become Culturally Aware Readers & Thinkers
Empowering students to become culturally aware readers and thinkers is a key strategy for fostering welcoming and inclusive learning...
20 Books by Indigenous Authors to Ignite Gratitude for Storytelling
with emi aguilar from @IndigenizingArtsEd In many Indigenous cultures, storytelling is a central artform in moving cultural teachings and...
20 Kids Books to Manifest a More Mindful New Year
Books about mindfulness can be powerful tools for supporting children’s overall mental health and wellbeing. When chosen with intention,...
Re-thinking Representation: How to Deepen the Diversity Represented in your Class or Home Library
There is a lot of talk about representation in classrooms these days, but what does it really mean to have a classroom library that is...
Kids Books by Indigenous Authors and Illustrators
While November is Native American Heritage Month, it’s always the right time to refresh your bookshelves to include Indigenous voices. We...