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Why Stories Matter So Much
In some places and times, stories are so important they’re worth dying for. Author Neil Gaiman tells a story about his cousin, Helen, who was one of the few members of his...
Reading Should Be Like Chocolate Cake, Not Spinach
Most parents know that reading benefits children — a lot. It helps them do better in school, fosters social and emotional growth, and provides a foundation for lifelong learning. Knowing...
To Identify Good Books, Try The 3 Question Test
You’re browsing through children’s books at a library or book sale. You come across a book you’ve never seen before. Should you buy it? There’s no Newbery Award stamped on...
How to Help Your Child Develop Her Memory
Your child began to develop a simple form of memory in the womb, before 30 weeks of gestation. Fetuses as young as 23 weeks can recognize a loud sound made...