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2 photos side by side, on the left children playing together at a library, on the right, children reading together at a library

The Power of Play: Why Play Matters for Literacy and Learning

Family Literacy, Learning / Rina De Vuono

Play is much more than fun. It helps children develop language, literacy, creativity, problem-solving, and social skills. Discover why play is essential for learning and how families can support literacy through everyday play experiences.

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Family cooking together at home during Family Literacy Week, learning through mealtime activities.

Family Literacy Week 2026: Make Mealtime Family Learning Time

Family Literacy Week (January 25–February 1) encourages families to learn together through everyday routines. This year’s theme, “Make mealtime family learning time,” highlights how cooking, talking, and eating together can build literacy skills, confidence, and connection at every age.

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