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Literacy expert DeJunne’ Clark Jackson suggests that parents take advantage of school-based evaluations if their child attends public school.

A parent asks about her child, who reads fluently in her home language, Spanish, but is being referred for special education.

Literacy expert DeJunne’ Clark Jackson believes parents need to trust their gut instinct, find a strong ally as you seek answers and support, and keep detailed records of your interactions with the school.

Language and literacy expert Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan says that it’s important to find out early if your child is having difficulty with letters and sounds.

Literacy expert DeJunne’ Clark Jackson says that audiobooks are a great way to give struggling readers equal access to language, stories, and information.

Literacy expert DeJunne’ Clark Jackson encourages parents to find out more about their child’s specific struggles with reading.

When teachers provide diversity in classroom materials, students connect to the experiences of others—and have their own reflected and valued. 

Multicultural books are a powerful way to introduce kids to different kinds of people, even if their own community is not diverse.

Miller talks about why she believes reading is so important in children’s lives.

In the 1960s, there was fierce debate about whether or not children’s book publishers were producing enough books that represented America’s multiracial makeup.