Meet Dr. Smith
Founder & Lead Educator
With 15 years of experience in education, Dr. Shameka Smith has dedicated her career to helping students develop strong literacy foundations and discover the joy of reading.
She holds a Doctorate in Education, a Specialist degree in Reading, and endorsements in Reading and Gifted Education. Her background in literacy instruction, assessment, and individualized intervention has shaped her belief that every child can grow when provided with the right instruction, encouragement, and support.
Dr. Smith founded Kindle’s Place Literacy & Learning Center to extend her passion for literacy beyond the traditional classroom. Her vision is to create a welcoming space where students feel confident, families feel supported, and every reading milestone is celebrated.
Her mission is simple: to help every child recognize their potential and discover the doors that literacy can open.
Our Story
Kindle’s Place Literacy & Learning Center was founded on a simple belief: every child deserves the opportunity to become a confident, capable reader.
Inspired by a passion for literacy and a commitment to meeting students where they are, Kindle’s Place is designed to provide personalized reading support that recognizes each child’s unique strengths, challenges, and potential.
Through individualized literacy assessments, evidence-based instruction, and meaningful family partnerships, we help students strengthen essential reading skills while discovering the joy and confidence that come with reading.
At Kindle’s Place, we believe that literacy is more than learning to read. It is about building confidence, creating opportunities, and opening doors to a brighter future.
Who We Serve
Students who need additional support building foundational reading skills, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
Developing Readers
Striving Readers
Students experiencing reading difficulties who benefit from targeted, individualized literacy intervention.
Students looking to strengthen their reading confidence, develop new skills, and continue growing as readers.
Growing Readers
Parents and caregivers seeking a clearer understanding of their child’s reading needs and practical ways to support progress.
Families & Caregivers
How We Help Readers Grow
The Kindle’s Place Way™
Personalized, Evidence-Based Instruction
Every child’s reading journey is different. We use literacy assessments and research-informed instructional practices to identify learning needs and provide targeted instruction that builds essential reading skills.
Meaningful Progress Monitoring
We believe growth should be recognized and celebrated. Through ongoing skill checks, individualized learning goals, and progress updates, we help families understand their child’s development and celebrate important milestones.
Collaborative Family Partnerships
Families are an essential part of every child’s literacy journey. We work closely with parents and caregivers to share insights, celebrate successes, and provide strategies that support reading growth beyond tutoring sessions.