Discover how teacher-turned-author Christine Devan brought her children’s book Elephant Beach to life, sharing insights on patience, shyness, and connecting with young readers.

Learn how to create joyful, sustainable reading routines that boost comprehension, strengthen classroom community, and make literacy instruction feel effortless.

Ditch the awkward icebreakers. Discover simple, fun activities that build authentic classroom connections, boost trust, and create a positive learning environment from day one.

Stop stressing about lesson plans when you’re sick. Learn how to create simple, effective emergency sub plans so you can rest without worrying about your classroom.

Tackle the top 3 teacher concerns for the first weeks of school—routines, behavior management, and classroom readiness—with practical, confidence-boosting strategies that actually work.

Ease into the new school year with 3 simple, sustainable teaching strategies that prevent burnout. Learn how to build routines, relationships, and a calm classroom environment from day one.

Bridge the gap between STEM and reading with 3 powerful picture books and hands-on activities. Perfect for reluctant readers who thrive on building, curiosity, and creative exploration.

Discover how simple makerspace activities can re-engage reluctant readers and transform your reading block. Learn practical ways to combine storytelling with building, creativity, and problem-solving.

Turn storytime into a STEM adventure! Discover creative ways to help kids connect with books through simple, hands-on challenges that build comprehension, empathy, and joy in reading.

Discover how hands-on makerspace projects can turn reluctant readers into engaged learners. Learn practical, low-cost ways to bring stories to life using STEM and creativity in your literacy instruction.

Ever wondered why your child resists reading time, despite your best efforts? The solution might be simpler than you think. Rather than completely overhauling your reading routine, small, thoughtful shifts can create breakthrough moments where resistance transforms into excitement.

What if your child's biggest reading obstacle isn't their skills, but their belief about themselves as readers?

Reading battles don't have to be your nightly reality. Behind every "I hate reading" declaration, focus struggle, or mechanical page-turning lies an opportunity for transformation.

Ever noticed how your child lights up for screen time but groans at the sight of a book? The secret lies in brain chemistry. When children feel emotionally connected to reading, their brains release dopamine—the exact same reward chemical triggered during screen time. The key isn't forcing books or demonizing screens; it's creating reading experiences that naturally produce those feel-good chemicals kids crave.

What if raising a reader didn't require battles, bribes, or boredom? What if the secret wasn't about forcing more reading minutes, but about transforming how your child feels about books?

What if the pages of a book could literally come to life in a child's hands?

That's the transformative power of combining makerspace activities with reading—a strategy that's changing how kids experience stories.

Did you know that movement can boost reading comprehension? I'll share three ways to let active kids move while reading—without losing focus. Whether it's reading yoga, scavenger hunts, or acting out stories, these ideas make reading active and engaging!

Reading doesn't have to be a battleground. After a long hiatus, I'm back with a critical message for parents and educators alike: we may be unknowingly turning kids away from books through three common mistakes.

'Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to spread some holiday cheer than with a good old-fashioned Christmas story?

Forget about stuffing yourself with mashed potatoes and green bean casserole for a moment because we're going on a literary feast.