Reading to someone, or being read to, is a beautiful, intimate act. It is a comforting balm against the world, a time to abandon screens and a rare moment that forces one to be present.

From bedtime stories to storytime on the classroom rug, read-alouds are a powerful educational tool for students across grade levels. Reading aloud can capture young people’s interest in stories and ...

World Read Aloud Day, celebrated annually on the first Wednesday of February, has become a global movement that encourages reading as a fundamental part of education. Everyone is invited to either ...