Mother Doves Academy

Where Young Doves
are Taught to Fly!

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At Mother Doves Academy, we are passionate about helping young learners learn to fly and be their best selves. We offer a variety of services to children between ages 2-9.

Our mission here at Mother Doves Academy is to foster a love for learning in ALL young minds (doves). We are here to cultivate the mindsets of children 2 to 9 years of age and help them become confident and competent learners who are not afraid to fly.

I Can...
Just Try

As the smallest girl in her class and ‘in the world’ (so she felt), little Terri had many moments where she thought she couldn’t do most things because she was just too little. She wouldn’t even try, until one day her attitude shifted. Terri learned the power of saying “I Can” by just trying. 

Many kids today are like Terri and struggle with believing in themselves. In fact, some children are so uncertain of themselves, they don’t even try. Terri is now ready to inspire children like herself, by leading by example.

This inspiring illustrated book shows how young Terri learns that she can do anything she sets her mind to; all she has to do is “Just Try.”

Testimonials

Happy Parent

I am very pleased with Ms. Smith and the work she has done for my son. Her dedication shows tremendously and my son has grown grade levels since working with Mother Doves.

Happy Parent

Mother Doves has helped my daughter read better and actually enjoy reading. She also improved in math. I think it's because of the strategies she learned at Mother Doves.

Happy Parent

My son has grown so much socially. He used to have a hard time expressing himself and didn't have a lot of confidence. After working with Mother Doves, he started using new words to express himself and felt comfortable with his peers.

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Successful Events

Dr. Conrad Worrill Track & Field Center 10201 S. Cottage Grove Ave Chicago, IL 60628

WOW Literary Festival July 30, 2022 | 11am to 5pm

Sheraton Grand Chicago 301 East North Water Street Chicago, IL 60611

Natural Hair Fest July 17, 2022 | 10am to 6pm

Whitney Young Branch Library

Story Time with the 4Ever Young Daycare June 22, 2022 | 10:30am

St. Benedict Parish 3900 N Leavitt St.

Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration June 18, 2022 | 11am to 2pm

With the Pearlettes of Xi Zeta Chapter St. Louis, Missouri

Virtual Story Time May 28, 2022 | 11 am

Greater Grand Crossing Branch Chicago Public Library 100 E. 73rd St Chicago, IL 60619

Story Time with Mother Dove Saturday, May 28, 2022

Bezzazian Branch Library 1226 W. Ainslie St. Chicago, Illinois 60640

Story Time with Mother Dove Sunday, May 22, 2022

Bezazian Branch Library 1226 W. Ainslie St, Chicago, IL 60640 at 2:30pm

Story Time with Mother Dove Sunday, April 10, 2022

Bookish Literacy Center 1830 W. 103rd St at 9:30am

Story Time with Mother Dove Saturday, March 26, 2022

5724 W. North Ave at 11am Celebrating Black Children’s Book Week

North Austin Chicago Public Library Saturday, March 5, 2022

ZPhiB State of Illinois Youth Via Zoom at 6:30pm Celebrating Black Children’s Book Week

Virtual Story Time with Mother Dove Tuesday, March 1, 2022

St. Joseph College of Marian University Huntington Hall 2916 W. 30th

Black Children’s Book Fair in Indianapolis Saturday, February 19, 2022

Smarty Pants Learning Center Via Zoom at 7pm

Virtual Story Time with Mother Dove Thursday, February 17, 2022

ZPhiB Gamma Alpha Kappa Zeta Via Zoom at 7pm

Virtual Story Time with Mother Dove Sunday, February 13, 2022

Malcolm X College 1900 W. Jackson Blvd

Black Children’s Book Fair in Chicago Saturday, February 11-12, 2022

Glenwood/ Lynwood Library 19901 Stony Island Ave

Black Author Showcase Saturday, February 5, 2022

Blackstone Library 4904 S. Lake Park @12pm

Story Time with Mother Dove Saturday, December 18, 2021

Bronzeville Classical School 8 W. Root Street at 5pm

Story Time with Mother Dove Wednesday, December 15, 2021

TPZ Pearlette Youth Group Via Zoom at 2pm

Story Time with Mother Dove Sunday, December 12, 2021

Upcoming Events

Neighborly Book Cast Review on Friday, Sept.16, 2022

Terri Is Heading to Pittsburgh September 14 -18, 2022

McCormick Place 2301 S. Lake Shore Dr. Chicago, IL 60616

Black Women's Expo Chicago August 12 to August 14, 2022 | 10am - 6pm

Bessie Coleman Branch Library 731 E 63rd St. Chicago, IL 60637

Story Time with Mother Dove August 11, 2022 | 10am

Stop by my tent on the strip

Sundays on State August 7 to August 21, 2022 | 11 to 6pm

Whitney M. Young Jr., Chicago Public Library 415 E. 79's St Chicago, IL 60619

Meet the Author, Theresa Smith- Hickman August 6, 2022 | 3pm

MDA Summer Camp

For the first time ever, Mother Doves Academy is offering a new and exciting 6-week summer camp for kids ages 4–10! Here we understand the importance of introducing children to a broad range of experiences from an early age for them to develop physically, mentally and emotionally. At MDA, your child will have the best of both worlds with high quality academic instruction as well as fun, hands-on activities like visual arts, yoga, sports, cooking, field trips and more! The summer camp will take place Monday- Friday, June 27- August 5, 2022, from 8:30 am to 2 pm. Sign Up today to secure your spot. Registration is Open Now!!!

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I AM A To Z

This inspiring story is a call to action for young girls and boys, urging them to boldly declare their identity through a delightful array of adjectives, spanning the alphabet. The book’s creation stems from a heartfelt desire to instill self-confidence in children and empower them to speak positivity into their world.

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