New federal data shows about two-thirds of the nation's 3- to 5-year-olds are on track to enter kindergarten. But what does ...

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WBUR listener Laurie Rose and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

Monthly Themed Book Bags: Discover something new each month. Each bag includes a hand-picked book (chapter book for a child), a short note about the month’s theme, and a small surprise gift. Return ...

The childhood songs stuck in your head are actually protecting your memory Remember singing “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” ...

The word “anthology” comes from the Greek for “gathering of flowers”—that is, a miscellany. No anthology will completely satisfy everyone: Every act of inclusion requires exclusions. But “The Singing ...

Recently, I found a beautiful 19th century children’s book called Mother Goose or the Old Nursery Rhymes. In it, illustrator Kate Greenaway had drawn the demure expressions and swan-like curvatures ...

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. A mom from Excelsior, MN wrote and self-published a book called Lucky Dog, designed to support dyslexia-friendly reading. Dyslexia affects one in five children, ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. California to begin universal screening of kindergarten through second-grade students for reading difficulties, ...

When it comes to teaching preschoolers their ABCs, sticking with the basics might just be more effective. Despite the rise of digital tools and educational games, learning to read still begins with ...

Stories, songs, and rhymes are the bedrock of early language development. However, there are children who can sing, recite rhymes, and tell stories who are unable to detect sounds within words, ...

Mexican children’s songs are joyful, simple, and full of cultural charm. They often tell fun stories or teach lessons about love, friendship, animals, and daily life. These songs are usually sung at ...