The Inkling Blog
Reading tips, child-development science, and ideas for raising a kid who loves books.
Interests & Themes
Best Books for Dinosaur-Obsessed Kids (and How to Feed the Obsession)
Got a kid who only wants dinosaurs? Good news: that obsession is a reading superpower. Here's how to use it — plus the kinds of dino books worth your shelf space.
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Reading TipsHow to Make Reading Fun for Toddlers Who Won't Sit Still
If story time turns into a wrestling match, the problem usually isn't the book. Here are practical, low-pressure ways to make reading something your toddler actually wants to do.
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Child DevelopmentThe Real Benefits of Reading to Your Child (Backed by Research)
Reading aloud does far more than pass the time before bed. Here's what it actually builds in a young child's brain — and why even a few minutes a day matters.
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Personalized BooksWhy Personalized Books Help Kids Fall in Love With Reading
When a child sees themselves as the hero of the story, reading stops feeling like a chore. Here's what's happening — and how to use it to raise a reader.
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