Why Storytelling is Essential for Building Literacy Skills

  • Jeff Wall
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  • Mar 13 2025

Creativity is a cornerstone of early childhood development, playing a vital role in shaping a child’s cognitive, emotional, and social growth. During the formative years, children are naturally curious and imaginative, making it the perfect time to nurture their creative instincts. Creativity is not just about artistic expression; it’s a way of thinking, problem-solving, and exploring the world. 

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MamaBear Books Teach Essential Skills Through Imagination and Joy

  • Joanna Litchfield
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  • Dec 09 2024

How do your teaching experiences inform your choices as an author and publisher?

When children are read to, early and often, they come to school better prepared, which builds confidence, perseverance, and a foundation for learning overall. Reading plays a vital role in supporting vocabulary, literacy, critical thinking, and emotional growth. We want our books to be engaging, filled with lessons like perseverance, teamwork, and kindness.

Our goal is to instill a love for reading in all children. And what do kids love most? Having fun, laughing, and being silly! As parents and educators, we know the importance of making learning enjoyable and meaningful, which is why we designed our books to be fun.

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Where Imagination Meets Inspiration!

  • Joanna Litchfield
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  • Oct 07 2024

With my background in education, I knew our mission had to revolve around two core goals: cultivating a love for reading and expanding children’s imaginations. Kids thrive on fun, and we wanted our picture books to be a source of joy and laughter, much like their favorite games. We believe that reading should be an adventure, one that fuels curiosity and sparks the imagination.

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