This summer, explore dinosaurs, bugs, birds, planes, music, sports, superheroes, inventors, art, the night sky, the ocean, and more — 24 themes in all. Start with a book … and see where your child's imagination goes!
Start with a Book
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Fluent Kids!
- What kind of reader is your child?
- What is fluency and why is it important?
- Fun, simple ways to build fluency skills
- The benefits of audiobooks
- Discover Reader's Theater!
Find Great Kids' Books
- Select 'just right' books for your child
- Create a vibrant home library
- Plan a book swap
- Rediscover your public library
- Search for themed books online
Reading Tip of the Day!
Do storytelling on the go
Take turns adding to a story the two of you make up while riding in a car or bus. Try making the story funny or spooky
Read Aloud Tips
Read aloud every day with your child and talk about what you're reading. These two simple activities help build your child's vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Things to Do, Places to Go
in Washington, DC 
Washington DC is full of interesting places to go with your kids — places that encourage hands-on learning!