Land of Once Upon a Time Archives

A local mom's book inspires a new tradition.

10 great preschool books parents will love to read and reread to kids out loud.

A new kids' Nutcracker DVD is a fun holiday-time lesson in culture and fitness.

Nonfiction picture books are a great source of info for kids. Plus, 5 great fall reads

How parents can use Two Ducks Theatre Company's play Rainbowtown as a teaching tool

A checklist to see if your home is set up to instill a love of literacy in your kids

A mom's review of Do You Know Pippi Longstocking at the American Swedish Historical Museum

An early literacy expert's tips on reading aloud to babies. Plus, 25 great books to read to babies.

Mom blogger Marissa Kiepert Truong uses a new kids' book to explore Philadelphia.

Mom blogger and early reading specialist Marissa Kiepert Truong has simple play ideas with Pots and Pans for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

Early literacy expert Marissa Kiepert Truong reviews three book-related apps to get toddlers learning.

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