Celebrated author Mac Barnett is the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature and has a new, short book about writing for kids: "Make Believe." He talks with NPR's Elissa Nadworny about it.

In an age where screens dominate classrooms and workplaces, handwriting might seem like a relic of the past. But research shows that putting pen to paper plays a crucial role in literacy development. ...

It's the time of year when we send or get the most fun mail. What is it about getting something in the mail? Sara Algoe, a professor at the University of North Carolina, researches social interactions ...

Why tracing matters: Tracing letters supports early literacy by building fine motor control, letter recognition, and writing readiness in young learners. Fun meets structure: Worksheets use visuals, ...

Turning gratitude into words is a beneficial skill for everyone. It is especially valuable to teach children that taking the ...

UNICEF asked children from around the world to write letters describing the kind of world they want to see by the year 2050. Responses poured in. Letters poured in from all over the world as part of ...

If you're like many digitally savvy Americans, it has likely been a while since you've spent much time writing by hand. The laborious process of tracing out our thoughts, letter by letter, on the page ...