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Daily Learning Routine for Kids (A Simple, No-Stress System)
Daily Learning Routine for Kids (A Simple, No-Stress System)
Build an easy daily learning routine for kids. A simple system to support reading, STEM, and confidence without overwhelm. Read more...
Bedtime Routines That Build Learning (Not Just Sleep)
Bedtime Routines That Build Learning (Not Just Sleep)
Create a bedtime routine that supports reading, confidence, and learning. Simple steps for kids ages 0–12. Read more...
Screen-Free Activities for Kids (That Actually Build Skills)
Screen-Free Activities for Kids (That Actually Build Skills)
Discover simple screen-free activities for kids that build creativity, reading skills, and confidence. Easy ideas for ages 0–12. Read more...
Screen-Free Easter Weekend Plan: 3 Days of Family Fun (By Age)
Screen-Free Easter Weekend Plan: 3 Days of Family Fun (By Age)
Plan a simple, screen-free Easter weekend with this 3-day family guide. Activities for Good Friday, Saturday, and Easter Sunday for all ages. Read more...
The Children's Book Council Publisher Profile | MamaBear Books
The Children's Book Council Publisher Profile | MamaBear Books
A profile on MamaBear Books by The Children's Book Council. Learn more about how they started, what their publishing house is known for, the recent books they have rallied behind,... Read more...
Spring Break Age-Based Activity Guide for Curious Kids (0–12)
Spring Break Age-Based Activity Guide for Curious Kids (0–12)
Simple, screen-free spring break activities for kids ages 0–12. Easy ideas by age to build creativity, confidence, and connection at home. Read more...
Prepare for Easter with our Ultimate Easter Activity Guide by Age! Play, Learn, and Grow Together
Prepare for Easter with our Ultimate Easter Activity Guide by Age! Play, Learn, and Grow Together
Fun and meaningful Easter activities for kids ages 0–12. Discover egg hunts, crafts, and games that build creativity, teamwork, and confidence. Read more...
Choosing Books by Learning Skill: STEM & SEL Bundles for Families
Choosing Books by Learning Skill: STEM & SEL Bundles for Families
STEM & SEL Book Bundles: Choose Books by Learning Skill Looking for books that build curiosity, empathy, and problem-solving? Explore STEM and SEL book bundles designed to grow with your... Read more...
How Books Support STEM & SEL at Every Age (0–12)
How Books Support STEM & SEL at Every Age (0–12)
Here’s how learning unfolds by age — and how books support both STEM and SEL along the way. Read more...
IBPA Talks with Co-Founder and Author Ashley Wall _ How a Children’s Books Publisher Grows a Business From Home
IBPA Talks with Co-Founder and Author Ashley Wall _ How a Children’s Books Publisher Grows a Business From Home
IBPA Talks with Ashley Wall, Author and Co-Founder of MamaBear Books. With 10 books in its catalog and more to be launched in 2026, Ashley juggles publishing and parenting under... Read more...
STEM & SEL in Plain English: What Parents Really Need to Know
STEM & SEL in Plain English: What Parents Really Need to Know
If you’re a parent of young children, you’ve probably heard the terms STEM and SEL everywhere — at school, online, or in conversations with other parents. They can sound technical or... Read more...
Reading for a New Age: Top Books for Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Reading for a New Age: Top Books for Tweens (Ages 9-12)
Best Books for Tweens (Ages 9-12) to Inspire Reading  Discover top books for ages 9-12 that foster creativity, responsibility, and critical thinking. Empower your tween with stories that support their... Read more...
Growing Up Reading: Top Books for Ages 6-8
Growing Up Reading: Top Books for Ages 6-8
Best Books for Ages 6-8: Creativity & Problem SolvingDiscover top book picks for 6-8-year-olds that foster creativity, empathy, and STEM skills. Featuring funny alligators and space adventures to nurture potential. Read more...
Big Imaginations, Big Hearts: Must-Read Books for Ages 3-5
Big Imaginations, Big Hearts: Must-Read Books for Ages 3-5
Top Books for Ages 3-5: Boosting Imagination & Social SkillsDiscover the best books for preschoolers (ages 3-5) that teach inclusion, teamwork, and critical thinking. Featuring dinosaurs, bulldozers, and detectives! Read more...
Building Big Feelings, Tiny Hands: The Best Books for Ages 0-2
Building Big Feelings, Tiny Hands: The Best Books for Ages 0-2
Reading with your baby or toddler isn't just about the story; it's about connection. It's those quiet moments of cuddling that build a foundation for lifelong learning. For our littlest... Read more...
Why Books Are the Most Meaningful Valentine’s Gift
Why Books Are the Most Meaningful Valentine’s Gift
To celebrate love, literacy, and access to reading, enjoy 20% off our Valentine’s Read-Aloud Bundle — featuring all three award-winning bestsellers — for one week only.Whether you’re gifting to your own... Read more...
Read Aloud, Read Together: Celebrating International Read Aloud Day 💛
Read Aloud, Read Together: Celebrating International Read Aloud Day 💛
Every year, World Read Aloud Day invites families, educators, and communities around the world to pause and remember something beautifully simple: reading aloud matters. To celebrate World Read Aloud Day — and... Read more...
The Surprising Power of Coloring for Early Learners
The Surprising Power of Coloring for Early Learners
The Benefits of Coloring for Early Learner Development. Discover the research-backed benefits of coloring for kids. Learn how it improves fine motor skills, cognitive function, and emotional regulation. Read more...
Why Activity Books Are Essential for Your Child's Early Learning Journey
Why Activity Books Are Essential for Your Child's Early Learning Journey
Why Activity Books Are Essential for Early Learning (2025 Guide)Discover how activity books boost fine motor skills, problem-solving, and creativity in children aged 2-8 while providing a vital break from... Read more...
Is Screen Time Rewiring Your Child's Brain?
Is Screen Time Rewiring Your Child's Brain?
Screen Time & Kids' Brains: What the Science Says (2026 Update)Revisit the groundbreaking Ohio study on screen time's impact on young brains. Learn how MamaBear Books helps you swap screens... Read more...
Practical Tips and a Guide to the Benefits of Limiting Screen Time for Young Readers
Practical Tips and a Guide to the Benefits of Limiting Screen Time for Young Readers
Limit Screens, Boost Readers: Benefits of Reduced Screen TimeDiscover how limiting screen time improves focus, language, and emotional health in young readers, backed by recent research. Get practical tips for... Read more...
New Year, New Habits! Why Simple Routines Matter in a Digital Age & How to Build Yours
New Year, New Habits! Why Simple Routines Matter in a Digital Age & How to Build Yours
Establishing an easy reading routine is one of the most powerful gifts you can give your child. Recent research highlights a growing concern: excessive screen use is linked to socioemotional... Read more...
The Today Show's Screentime Series January 2025 Revisit
The Today Show's Screentime Series January 2025 Revisit
Screen Time & Kids' Brains: What the Science Says (2026 Update) Revisit the groundbreaking Ohio study on screen time's impact on young brains. Learn how MamaBear Books helps you swap... Read more...
Don't Let the Sleigh Leave Without You! Last Call: 2-Day Shipping for Delivery by Christmas Eve!
Don't Let the Sleigh Leave Without You! Last Call: 2-Day Shipping for Delivery by Christmas Eve!
Last Call! 2-Day Shipping & Holiday Book Sale Order now for delivery by Christmas Eve! Get Best Sellers for $9.99 and New Releases for $12.99. Give the gift of adventure... Read more...
Why Books Beat Toys Every Time: Our Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide
Why Books Beat Toys Every Time: Our Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide
 Holiday Gift Guide: Books vs. Toys & Top Picks by Age Discover why books make the best holiday gifts. Browse our age-by-age guide, new releases, and exclusive holiday savings inside. Read more...
12 Days Festive Countdown: Gift the Magic of Reading this Holiday Season for just $9.99, New Book Releases just $12.99
12 Days Festive Countdown: Gift the Magic of Reading this Holiday Season for just $9.99, New Book Releases just $12.99
12 Day Festive Countdown Holiday Gift Guide, Books just $9.99 & Shipping DeadlinesIt's your last chance to get the perfect gift! See our final shipping deadlines and find award-winning books... Read more...
Holiday Shipping Guide! With 19 Days to Go, Take Advantage of our Holiday Promos Today!
Holiday Shipping Guide! With 19 Days to Go, Take Advantage of our Holiday Promos Today!
Holiday Shipping Deadlines | MamaBear BooksGet your MamaBear Books in time for the holidays! See our 2025 USPS & UPS shipping cut-off dates to ensure your gifts arrive no later... Read more...
More Award-Winning Books to Gift This Christmas - Part 2
More Award-Winning Books to Gift This Christmas - Part 2
More Award-Winning Christmas Books for Kids | MamaBear Books Discover more award-winning children's books perfect for Christmas gifts. Explore unique stories and creative ways to encourage holiday reading. Read more...
Why Books Make the Perfect Christmas Gift for Kids - Guide Part 1
Why Books Make the Perfect Christmas Gift for Kids - Guide Part 1
Why Books Make the Perfect Christmas Gift for Kids - Guide Part 1. Discover why books are the best Christmas gift. Explore the benefits of reading and find award-winning books... Read more...
The Perfect Holiday Gift: A Guide to Books for Every Age
The Perfect Holiday Gift: A Guide to Books for Every Age
Christmas Book Gift Ideas for Kids by Age | MamaBear Books Find the perfect Christmas book gift! Our guide suggests books for kids ages 0-7, highlighting how stories build imagination,... Read more...
Holiday Gifts - Shipping: Order in Time for the Holiday!
Holiday Gifts - Shipping: Order in Time for the Holiday!
Thanksgiving Shipping Cut-Off Dates | MamaBear Books Get your MamaBear Books in time for Thanksgiving! Find our 2025 holiday shipping deadlines for standard and expedited shipping to ensure your gifts... Read more...
Gifting Season And The Enduring Magic of Books in a Digital World
Gifting Season And The Enduring Magic of Books in a Digital World
Reading vs. Digital: Benefits for Child Development Discover why reading physical books offers cognitive and emotional benefits for children that digital media can't replace. Learn tips to make reading a... Read more...
Crafting Heirlooms: Why the "Day I Had A" Series is a Family Treasure and Perfect for the Holiday Season!
Crafting Heirlooms: Why the "Day I Had A" Series is a Family Treasure and Perfect for the Holiday Season!
These are the books you'll read to your child at night, the ones they'll start to "read" back to you from memory, and the ones you'll carefully pack away for... Read more...
Celebrating the Art of the Picture Book Through the Decades
Celebrating the Art of the Picture Book Through the Decades
Here at MamaBear Books, our world revolves around the magic of children's literature. We spend our days immersed in vibrant illustrations and whimsical tales. So, you can imagine our excitement... Read more...
Every Child a Reader! Children's Book Week Free Resources for Educators and Parents
Every Child a Reader! Children's Book Week Free Resources for Educators and Parents
It's #ChildrensBookWeek! From November 3-9, we join families, schools, libraries, and bookstores across the country in celebrating the longest-running national literacy initiative and the pure joy of reading together. Read more...
AI in the Classroom: A Tool for Tomorrow, or a Return to Basics? Hear what K-12 Teachers Have to Say.
AI in the Classroom: A Tool for Tomorrow, or a Return to Basics? Hear what K-12 Teachers Have to Say.
AI in Classrooms vs. Picture Books: What's Best for Kids?A recent survey shows teachers are wary of AI for kids. Discover why foundational learning through picture books is still essential... Read more...
Spark Imagination and Curiosity: The Day I Had A.. Series. Now Featuring The Day I Had a Spaceship New Release
Spark Imagination and Curiosity: The Day I Had A.. Series. Now Featuring The Day I Had a Spaceship New Release
The Day I Had A Series: A Guide to Imaginative Reading Explore "The Day I Had A Series" book bundle. Learn about each book's themes of kindness and teamwork, and... Read more...
DIY Halloween Costumes Inspired by MamaBear Books
DIY Halloween Costumes Inspired by MamaBear Books
DIY Halloween Costumes for Kids | MamaBear Books Ideas Get 5 easy, step-by-step DIY Halloween costume tutorials inspired by MamaBear Books! Create a spaceship, firetruck, unicorn, and more with your... Read more...
Adventures Await: Meet the Characters of MamaBear Books
Adventures Await: Meet the Characters of MamaBear Books
At MamaBear Books, we create stories that spark imagination and build character. Our books are filled with lovable friends your child can grow up with, embarking on adventures that teach... Read more...
Halloween Costume Ideas for Your Little Ones
Halloween Costume Ideas for Your Little Ones
Find Your Next Costume in a Book! While classic costumes are always fun, books offer a universe of unique and inspiring characters. The stories your children love are filled with... Read more...
The Power of Rhyme: Benefits of Rhyming Books for Kids
The Power of Rhyme: Benefits of Rhyming Books for Kids
The Benefits of Rhyming Books for Young Readers. Discover how rhyming books boost language development and phonemic awareness in kids. Plus, meet the new rhyming adventure, The Handy Pandas Read more...
Blast Off! A Guide to World Space Week for Young Explorers
Blast Off! A Guide to World Space Week for Young Explorers
A Parent's Guide to World Space Week & STEM Fun Discover the history of World Space Week and get free resources for teachers and parents to inspire kids' interest in... Read more...
Voyage Austin, TX Community Highlights - HIdden Gems - Meets Ashley Wall of MamaBear Books
Voyage Austin, TX Community Highlights - HIdden Gems - Meets Ashley Wall of MamaBear Books
Hi Ashley, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.For years, I dreamed about writing a children’s book. I read with my two young... Read more...
Meet "The Handy Pandas" – A Perfect Fall Read!
Meet "The Handy Pandas" – A Perfect Fall Read!
History of Pandas and Their Population Today Discover the history of the giant panda, fun facts about their habitat and diet, and how many are left in the world.  Read more...
Bringing the Science of Reading into Your Everyday Family Life
Bringing the Science of Reading into Your Everyday Family Life
Science of Reading for Kids: A Parent's Guide: Learn what the 'science of reading' is and how its five pillars—phonics, fluency, and more—can help your child become a strong, confident... Read more...
Screens, AI, and Literacy: A Guide for Parents
Screens, AI, and Literacy: A Guide for Parents
Screen Time, AI, and Literacy: A Parent's GuideLearn how digital screen time and AI impact children's literacy. Get expert tips on how to balance technology and foster strong reading skills... Read more...
Making Time for Storytime: A Guide for Busy Families
Making Time for Storytime: A Guide for Busy Families
How to Make Time for Nightly Storytime (and Why You Should) Discover the proven benefits of reading together and get practical tips on how to fit nightly storytime into your family's... Read more...
Keeping the Momentum: Navigating Early Literacy Trends at Home
Keeping the Momentum: Navigating Early Literacy Trends at Home
Recent reports on children's literacy bring a mix of encouraging news and a clear call to action. While our youngest learners have made remarkable strides since the pandemic, progress is... Read more...
Books That Build Better Kids:
Books That Build Better Kids:
Books That Build Kindness: Picture Books for Early LearningDiscover how picture books like "The Day I Had a Dinosaur" can teach kids friendship, empathy, and kindness. Get tips for nurturing... Read more...
Good News for Little Readers: Celebrating a Big Step Forward
Good News for Little Readers: Celebrating a Big Step Forward
Early Reading Skills Are Improving: What Families Can Do New data shows young students are making big gains in reading. Learn how your family can build on this success and foster... Read more...