Session 1 begins with the “why.” We explore the national literacy crisis, the long-term consequences of delayed reading, and the extraordinary influence families have on a child’s reading success. From startling statistics to personal testimony, this opening session underscores one truth: early literacy changes lives. Each book shared, each ten-minute reading habit, and each intentional interaction becomes a small but powerful investment in a child’s future.

Discover the personal stories behind CJ Corki in this episode of How to Raise a Reader, where three sisters share their journeys with dyslexia, slow reading, and shyness—and show families how early awareness, advocacy, and encouragement can transform a child’s reading confidence.

A focused session on transforming storytime from a rushed routine into a meaningful, interactive experience. Learn how connection-based reading, simple questions, and the A–Z Literacy Journal help children build curiosity, confidence, and lasting literacy skills.

Discover the SPARK method, a simple interactive reading approach that turns ordinary storytime into a joyful, engaging learning experience that builds curiosity, confidence, and lifelong literacy skills.

Discover how to turn everyday reading into a powerful learning experience with our 7-Day SPARK Challenge. This session guides families through simple, research-based steps to make storytime engaging, effective, and joyful. Explore practical prompts, real solutions to common hurdles, and encouraging advice for building confident readers—one intentional moment at a time.

Discover how to turn everyday reading into a powerful learning experience with our 7-Day SPARK Challenge. This session guides families through simple, research-based steps to make storytime engaging, effective, and joyful. Explore practical prompts, real solutions to common hurdles, and encouraging advice for building confident readers—one intentional moment at a time.