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The foundation behind every resource

Every article, guide, and media feature shared here is grounded in the Talk, Play, & Read approach, a framework built on how children develop language through responsive interaction.

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TALK

Every conversation helps children build language and confidence, even during daily routines like meals, dressing, or playtime.

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PLAY

Play creates opportunities for curiosity, problem-solving, and communication in ways children naturally understand.

READ

Shared reading strengthens connection while building vocabulary, attention, and early literacy skills.

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Featured appearances & media

The Talk, Play, & Read approach and Ruby & Louie have been showcased in national media, educational events, and learning communities.

  • Three people sitting and standing in a room with bookshelves; a woman in pink on the left, a man in a suit with a bow tie on the right, and a man standing in the middle holding a book, with a brick wall and bookshelves in the background.

    StoryMakers with Jo Ann Gramlich TALK, PLAY, AND READ WITH ME - KidLit TV

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  • A woman with dark hair and a blue sweater smiling on a news set, with a microphone in front of her and a red and blue background that says 'TUCSON NOW - LIVE'.

    TUCSON NOW: What to teach your kids about Valentine’s Day - 13 News

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  • Two women sitting on a TV set with a city skyline background, smiling at the camera, with two plush toys and two cards on a table in front of them. A large screen behind them displays a logo that says '4 Wake Up!'

    Award-winning author supports children through 'Talk, Play, and Read' books - Wake Up 4 - WIVB

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  • A woman with long blonde hair wearing a blue blouse, smiling in a room with beige walls and framed pictures, sitting behind a desk or table. The screen displays her name, Jo Ann Gramlic, and the title "The Behind Cycle" with a website link talkplayandread.com.

    Helping Kids Break the “Behind Cycle” in Reading - Studio 17

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  • Two women smiling and holding books titled "Talk, Play, and Read with Me Daddy" and "Talk, Play, and Read with Me Mommy" inside a home.

    Bonding With Your Children As They Learn From Home - WKBW Channel 7

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  • Two women sitting on a couch, one wearing a purple dress and a white face mask, holding a microphone with a news logo, and the other wearing a black top, holding books, with a pillow and decorations on the couch.

    Amherst Author Writes a New Narrative for Parents - Spectrum News

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  • Three people standing indoors, two women and one man, each holding a plush doll. A TV screen behind them displays the logo for ABC and the word 'DIALOGUE'. The setting appears to be a television studio with chairs and a backdrop.

    'Talk, Play and Read' series author on Read Across America Week - ARC Rochester

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  • Smiling elderly woman with gray hair wearing a headset, sitting in front of a blue curtain with a pattern and a desk.

    Jo Ann Gramlich on Children's Brain Growth - Discovery Wisdom Podcast

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A young girl with light brown hair and bangs holding a colorful book titled 'Talk, Play, and Read with Me Daddy' by Jo Ann Gramlich, M.S. She is sitting on a cozy, chunky knit blanket.
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Featured Events & Appearances

Highlights from events and public appearances where Talk, Play, & Read has been shared, featured, or celebrated.

  • A woman, jo Ann Gramlich, in a long black floral dress and sheer black jacket standing in front of a step and repeat banner at a charity event. The banner features logos, illustrations, and text promoting BVC Charity and various sponsors.

  • A woman, Jo Ann Gramlich, standing on a red carpet holding two pamphlets at the Enchant Oscars awards week experience event, with a backdrop featuring the event's branding and various sponsor logos.

  • Three news anchors standing in a studio, each holding a plush doll, with a television screen behind them.

  • A woman, Jo Ann Gramlich, standing next to a banner for BVC Charity with children and colorful graphics, at an indoor event.

  • Three people sitting and standing together in a cozy room with bookshelves and brick walls. The man seated in front wears glasses, a bow tie, and a suit. The woman sitting to his left has long blonde hair and a pink blouse. The man standing behind them holds a colorful book and wears a blue blazer.

  • Two plush dolls of children with signed posters and a small award trophy on a beige carpet. One doll has blonde hair with a pink headband, wearing a pink shirt and blue pants. The other has blonde hair, wearing a light blue shirt and dark blue pants.

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