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Raising Readers news, events, booklists and updates.
3 Tips for Parents: How to Raise a Word Lover
Parents and caregivers love to share funny things their children say. My toddler has been asking me all week to be his “awe-dance” (audience) and my five-year-old’s latest excuse to…
Read MoreNew Year’s Resolutions for 2019: 5 Simple Ways to Read More with your Child
Have you already made your New Year’s resolutions for 2019? If you haven’t settled on one, think about making reading a part of your new year routine. Read a book—here,…
Read MoreBring a Winter Story to Life this Season: Take It Outside!
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…
Read MoreRead Aloud Tips for Parents with Kindergarteners
The start of Kindergarten is an exciting step for children and families. Here are some tips for continued success with reading aloud at home as your child enters formal schooling:…
Read MoreNovember is National Picture Book Month!
Guest Blogger, (Miss Amy) Hand, is a children’s librarian at the Camden Public Library. In this blog post, she shares some of her favorite titles from 2018 in celebration of National Picture…
Read MoreRead Aloud Tips for Parents with Preschoolers
Preschoolers are eager to learn about everything! As your child’s vocabulary and attention span grow, here are some tips for continuing to enjoy books together: Hearing books read aloud to…
Read MoreA Grandparent’s Perspective: Raising Readers Over the Years
Sherry Winchester, Registered Nurse (RN) and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) recipient, is a proud grandmother to five Raising Readers graduates, ranging in age from 23 to 9. As…
Read MoreThe Power of Books
As a pediatrician and a mother to twin daughters, I am a huge fan of Raising Readers and the power of books. I loved books myself as a little girl. …
Read MoreRead Aloud Tips for Parents with Toddlers
Sharing books together helps toddlers learn about the world and learn to talk. Toddlers have unique needs, though, so here are some read aloud tips especially for this age: Do…
Read MoreMake Sure the Summer Slides Are Only the Fun Kind!
Many children will end their school year bringing home a list of suggestions to avoid “The Summer Slide,” the term used to describe the loss of knowledge learned during the…
Read MoreAn Interview with Raising Readers’ Clinical Advisor, Dr. Colette Sabbagh
As both a mom and a physician, Dr. Colette Sabbagh is an energetic champion of early literacy. A pediatrician for over 20 years, Dr. Sabbagh has participated in Raising Readers…
Read MoreRead Aloud Tips for Parents with Babies
Experts agree, it’s never too early to start reading to your baby. Here are some tips to help you get started: It’s easy to feel like there isn’t time to…
Read MoreWhat is the Difference Between Early Literacy and Family Literacy?
Sometimes people in the literacy world throw terms around like everyone knows what they mean. Worse, sometimes people use the same words to mean different things! That leaves the rest…
Read MoreRaising Readers: Changing the Conversation to Wellness
Raising Readers featured on WCSH’s 207 We are over the moon to have been given the spotlight on WCSH 6’s 207 recently. Over the past 18 years, thanks to the…
Read More2017 Raising Readers Annual Report
Dear Friend of Raising Readers: On behalf of Raising Readers, I’m excited to share with you the 2017 Raising Readers Annual Report. With help from 1,200 healthcare providers at 358 participating sites,…
Read MoreSpring into Literacy with 3 Major Maine Literacy Conferences
The spring season in Maine brings an amazing line up of not-to-be-missed literacy conferences, and you’re invited to attend. Spots fill quickly, so register early! 2018 Literacy Connections Conference: Lifting…
Read MoreAn Introduction to Early Brain Development
What is Early Brain Development? Those who spend time with children can’t help but marvel at their growth. From scrunched-up newborns to busy toddlers, the visible changes in the first three years of life are remarkable. Even more…
Read MoreWhy Do Doctors Give Raising Readers Books at Well-Child Visits?
So often, we’re asked “Why do doctors give Raising Readers’ books at well-child visits?” The short answer: reading aloud to babies and children is one of the most important things…
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