Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — State data shows that more than two-thirds of Franklin County students are not considered ready for ...

Kid Spark Education has announced the launch of its Early Childhood STEM & Literacy Program, an engaging new approach for Pre-K through 1st-grade students to build strong foundations in both STEM and ...

Good handwriting is not an end in itself. Rather, it is a means to literacy that fundamentally transforms the human experience. Developing control over the shape of the 26 letters of the alphabet ...

For some young children in Columbus, Ohio, reading assessments don’t start in the kindergarten classroom — they happen first in the doctor’s office. With concerns rising about lagging childhood ...

The National Literacy Trust’s annual literacy survey 2025 reveals that one in three children and young people do not enjoy reading, with only 35% of eight to 18-year-olds stating that they enjoy ...

A text message from a friend. A product label at the grocery store. A street sign. Even in the most basic elements of day-to-day life, reading is everywhere. “Children need to learn to read and write ...

Help design and test playful “AI & Me” Learning Kits with K–2 children, families, and teachers—building early AI literacy, well-being, and responsible tech habits through community co-design. AI is ...

From an early age, children are diving into the vibrant world of digital media, sparking a critical conversation about its impact on literacy. While the undeniable advantages of print books can enrich ...

Communities across the Gem State are celebrating the annual Week of the Young Child, a nationwide initiative focused on early ...

Presentations, surprises, recognitions and fellowship were all on the menu for the 9th annual Smart Start Rowan’s Dr. Shirley P. Ritchie Champion for Young Children Celebration. “This is our most well ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — State data shows that more than two-thirds of Franklin County students are not considered ready for kindergarten. Nationwide Children’s Hospital is stepping up to help get ...