Literacy Support
Helping children discover the joy of reading
Explore stories, activities, and opportunities that invite children to read, imagine, and discover together.
Reading Fun for Families
Up and Down with Miss Moo Ma Moo
- Read together.
- Invite your child to lift their hands for “up” and lower them for “down.”
- Let your child lead the next round.
- Ask them to point to something up and something down.
Children can participate through gestures, pointing, words, or listening.
⬆ Up, up!
Read-aloud tips
- Use different voices and sounds.
- Pause to let your child fill in repeated words.
- Follow your child’s interest — it’s fine to linger on one page.
- Re-read favorites; repetition builds confidence.
Discussion prompts
- What was your favorite part?
- Have you ever felt like this character?
- Where would you go on an adventure?
Schools & Libraries
Books by recommended age
Ages 4–8
Suggested classroom uses
- Interactive read-alouds and circle time
- Movement and vocabulary activities (up/down, near/far)
- Exploring cultures and storytelling traditions
- Drawing and retelling activities
For school or bulk orders, use the inquiry form below or email helvi@chapakacreations.com.
Author Visits, Workshops & Bulk Orders
Schools, libraries, and community groups can inquire about author readings and workshops with Dr. Helvi Itenge Wheeler, or request school and bulk book orders. Send us your details and we’ll follow up to discuss options.
Request an Author Visit or Workshop
In Development
Chapaka Interactive Reading Adventures
We’re exploring a new idea: stories combined with maps, clues, and puzzles. This program isn’t available yet — share your interest and we’ll let you know as it develops.