Meet the Founder

Ms. Evelyn English, M.Ed
Evelyn English, M.Ed., earned her Master of Education from National Louis University in Evanston, Illinois. She is a Family Engagement Specialist, Certified Reading Specialist, early childhood education author, & host of the Brainy Acts: Literacy Blooms podcast.
Ms. English is the author of Reading is Thinking: Dynamic Tools for Literacy & Language Development, Brainy Acts: Build Your Child’s Brain for Success, & Science of Reading in Action: Simple Daily Strategies to Build Strong Readers. Her books are published in both English &Spanish, expanding access to families, educators, caregivers, &advocates who are committed to strengthening early literacy, language development, &learning success for all children.
The Early Childhood Family Engagement Framework
Ms. English has collaborated with the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) to develop & implement equity education initiatives. She was selected by MSDE to co-author The Early Childhood Family Engagement Framework: Maryland’s Vision for Engaging Families with Young Children. Her professional experience includes teaching thinking, reading, writing, listening, &speaking strategies to learners from PreK through college across the United States &Europe.

A longtime advocate for family engagement & inclusive education, Ms. English has served on local, state, & national boards of education. She is also a founding member of the National Association for Family, School, & Community Engagement (NAFSCE).
Ms. English believes that all students are able & that engagement is essential to learning. Her commitment to high-quality education includes the explicit teaching of research-supported thinking processes, literacy strategies, & language development techniques. She believes that when parents, multigenerational families, educators, & advocates work together using the right resources & joyful, diverse experiences, they can promote proficiency, confidence, & success for all learners.

The Science of Reading in Action : Simple Daily Strategies
Unlock the secrets of strong, confident readers—right from home.
The Science of Reading in Action is the simple, daily, research-backed guide every family, educator, and caregiver needs to help children build literacy skills that last a lifetime.
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Our programs include workshops, reading materials, & hands-on learning experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, & confidence. Together, we can nurture a strong start for every child & help them thrive academically & beyond.




