About Me
Committed to Literacy and Literature Excellence
Hello and welcome! I'm Yvette Manns, the author behind the Phonics Read-Alouds series, where fun, engaging stories come to life while helping children develop essential literacy skills. My journey began with a simple idea: to create books that not only make learning to read an exciting adventure but also lay the foundation for a love of reading that lasts a lifetime.
I’ve had the privilege of seeing my books reach over 55,000 classrooms around the world, helping young learners master phonics in a way that’s playful, interactive, and enjoyable. There's nothing more rewarding than hearing from teachers, parents, and children about how my stories are making a difference in classrooms and homes alike.
In addition to writing, I'm also the proud founder of National Schwa Day, a special celebration dedicated to one of the most intriguing sounds in the English language – the "schwa." Through this fun day, I aim to bring awareness to phonetic patterns, making language learning an exciting and memorable experience for everyone.
When I’m not writing or working on new projects, you can find me spending time with my family, reading with my son, and brainstorming new ways to make learning accessible and enjoyable for all children.
Thank you for visiting my site! I’m thrilled to be part of your literacy journey and can’t wait for you to explore all the adventures waiting inside the pages of my books.
Happy reading!
- Yvette
One woman is on a mission to make reading fun and exciting for kids. She writes engaging stories to make phonics fun!