Halloween with little ones is more sweet than scary. Inside are five gentle activities for ages 3 to 8, from a pumpkin decorating party to a glow stick dance party, plus simple treats like banana ghosts and candy corn cups, and a cozy story to end the night.

Every child deserves to see themselves in a story. These ten picture books, all written by Black authors, belong on every family's shelf. Whether you are a parent, grandparent, teacher, or librarian, you will find a story here worth sharing. I am honored to lead the list with my own book. Lorin Lily Camp Explore and More by Tiffany Spencer Lorin Lily is nervous about her first day of camp, but with a little courage, she discovers that stepping outside your comfort zone leads

A museum visit can introduce children to history, science, art, nature and different cultures. Before your visit, look at the museum’s website together and allow your child to select two or three exhibits they would like to see.

As an independent author and publisher, I have invested countless hours, significant financial resources, and years of dedication into building my company. Every story begins with an idea, but bringing that idea to life requires much more than simply writing a book. It requires creativity, research, editing, illustrations, design, printing, marketing, website development, advertising, customer service, and an unwavering belief in your dream.

Storytime is more than just reading words on a page—it’s a powerful opportunity to bond with your child, build their imagination, and create a lifelong love for books. Whether your child is a toddler or in kindergarten, the way you read together can make all the difference. Here are simple and effective tips to make storytime engaging, enjoyable, and impactful. 1. Make It Interactive Children learn best when they are involved. Ask questions like: “What do you think will happe

At Lorin Lily Books, we believe early reading should feel joyful, encouraging, and easy for parents to support at home. When children are first learning to read, many parents notice something interesting: their child may know the alphabet, recognize several letter sounds, and still struggle to read a simple word like cat.

Discover trusted reading websites, apps, and free educational resources that help parents support young readers, build literacy skills, and encourage a lifelong love of books.

Reading is one of the most important skills a child will develop, and every child reaches reading readiness at their own pace. While some children begin showing signs of readiness as early as age three or four, others may need more time and support before they are prepared to learn how to read. Understanding the signs of reading readiness can help parents encourage literacy in a positive and stress-free way.

Children learn and grow through the experiences they encounter every day. One of the most important influences on a child’s development is exposure to books, stories, and literacy activities. When reading is largely absent from a child’s daily life, it can create what educators often refer to as a reading-free environment. While many families value education, busy schedules, excessive screen time, and limited access to books can unintentionally reduce opportunities for readin

Discover how physical books support early literacy, imagination, creativity, and a lifelong love for reading while encouraging diverse and inclusive storytelling for children.

Learning to read is an exciting journey, but some letters can be tricky, especially b and d. Because they look like mirror images, many young readers confuse them. The good news is that with a few simple strategies, practice, and patience, children can learn to recognize the difference with confidence. Why b and d Get Mixed Up Both letters have a vertical line and a circle, but the direction of the circle changes: b → the circle is on the right d → the circle is on the left Y

Reading aloud to kindergarten children helps build language skills, imagination, and a lifelong love of books. Discover some of the best read aloud books that encourage curiosity, creativity, and early literacy development for young learners.

Reading aloud to kindergarten students helps build vocabulary, imagination, and a lifelong love of books. Discover tips and book ideas for parents and teachers.