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We’re so lucky to say that so many talented authors and illustrators call Maine home. Each and every year, we do our best to make sure every 5-year-old in the state receives their very own... Read More »

With cold weather finally upon us and snow in the forecast, there is nothing like curling up with a soft, fluffy blanket and a good story about animals in the snow. Wondering what winter story to ... Read More »

During a great month celebrating National Picture Book Month,  I have highlighted some fun read-alouds that were published this year!  In order to keep you reading a variety of great books all... Read More »

Toddlers and preschoolers love to play with the rhythm and rhyme of  language. Books set to familiar tunes are a wonderful way to bring singing and reading together to do just that – sing a ... Read More »

We’re thrilled to have Amanda O’Brien (again!) as this month’s guest blogger to talk about what her reading routine is with her son. How about you? What is your family’s reading routine? We ... Read More »

As a parent or caregiver, you can enhance your child’s learning through books, crafts, songs and activities. These few Raising Readers books are just a sample.  You can try these ideas with all... Read More »

At the Children’s Museum and Theatre of Maine, we create environments which foster learning through play. Our focus is on hands-on, interactive learning, even when it comes to literacy. So what... Read More »

by LeeAnne Larsen Year two of the Read to ME Challenge is scheduled to begin on February 2, 2017.  Again this year,First Lady Ann LePage will launch the campaign by reading to children of... Read More »

Have Fun on a Story Walk-About Summer in Maine is the perfect time to explore two unique ways to enjoy books and reading with your family. Story Walks get you up and moving by posting enlarged... Read More »

When adults read aloud to their children, they model fluent reading, ask questions to help them think about the story and connect to it, and read at a level above what the child can read by... Read More »