Author: Dillard

  • 5 Ways to Foster Pre-Reading Skills

    5 Ways to Foster Pre-Reading Skills

    I have two kids. We will call them Goob and the Maniac. My little Goob is in second grade now. She is dyslexic and dysgraphic. We were able to intervene with her reading struggles early on because I am dyslexic, and learning disabilities were on my radar. I did not want my children to struggle…

  • Colorful Learning: shot-a word family ‘am’ coloring pages

    Colorful Learning: shot-a word family ‘am’ coloring pages

    Hey there, parents and fellow educators! I’m thrilled to share with you an exciting addition to the world of phonics learning – our latest set of coloring pages that perfectly complement the decodable reader “Rat in Hat” from the “My Beginning Phonics” series, now available on Amazon. These colorful creations aren’t just your average coloring…

  • Welcome to Muki Press

    Welcome to Muki Press

    Dear Readers, I am thrilled to welcome you to Muki Press, where the magic of storytelling and learning unite. My name is Christine Kimiko Dillard, a devoted author, illustrator, and mother who believes in the transformative power of books. They open windows to new worlds and help us understand ourselves and the world around us.…

  • Fun and Free at Word Family Printables for Early Readers

    Fun and Free at Word Family Printables for Early Readers

    Today, I am excited to offer a collection of free printables focused on the “at” word family. These resources are perfect for helping early readers practice their CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words in a hands-on way. Word families play a crucial role in early reading development as they introduce young readers to patterns in words. Children can…