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Reading tips, author spotlights, community updates, and literacy inspiration from the SOCW team.
October 15, 2025
Let Kids Pick! Choice, Joy & Lifelong Readers
Discover the secret to raising lifelong readers: letting children choose books that inspire them. At Stories of a Col...
September 09, 2025
Family Reading Traditions from Around the World
From Tokyo to Accra to Mexico City, families have always gathered around stories. In Japan, some children experience ...
September 09, 2025
Why Representation Matters: Helping Kids See Themselves in Stories
Do you remember the first time you saw someone like you in a book, a movie, or even on TV? That little spark of recog...
June 22, 2025
Make This Summer Unforgettable: 50 Books in 50 Days Family Reading Challenge!
Join our family-friendly Summer Reading Goals Challenge and read 50 books in 50 days! Download the fun coloring sheet...