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Walking in a Bookish Wonderland: A December Reading Challenge for Kids

This month’s reading challenge encourages kids to celebrate their year in reading, continue cozying up with new stories, and make some space on their bookshelves as the year draws to a close.

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A Printable Educator’s Guide to Using Picture Books in the Classroom

This free Educator’s Guide contains picture book recommendations and activities that are aligned to Common Core standards and explore themes like family, friendship, history, and folklore.

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A Parent’s Survival Guide to Reading the Same Picture Book for the 100th Time

When your kid wants to read the same story each night for weeks on end, turn to these ten strategies to make it through and still enjoy it afresh.

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Expert Tips for Keeping Busy Kids Connected to Books

As kids' lives get busier, it can become difficult to keep up a reading habit. We asked a few experts how they keep busy kids connected to books.

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Books To Teach Kids About Cause and Effect

Teaching kids cause and effect develops critical thinking skills important for all ages of children. We hope these books guide kids into many thoughtful conversations that spill over into decision-making in their daily lives.

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Bookful Is a New Reading App That Embraces AR and a Love of Books

By bringing children’s books to life through augmented reality, Bookful offers all kinds of learners a fun way to further engage with stories they know and love.

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Strategies to Improve Kids’ Nonfiction Reading Comprehension

Since nonfiction comprises a large bulk of middle school and high school reading, it’s essential we help them learn specific nonfiction reading comprehension strategies.

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An Educator’s Guide To Building Empathy With Books

Download and print this free Educator’s Guide filled with discussion questions and activities that help students explore themes like empathy, compassion, and inclusion through middle grade stories.

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Bookshelf Must-Have: Unlock Your Imagination

Searching for ways to keep your children entertained and learning throughout the chillier months? Look no further! Our latest Bookshelf Must-Have pick is an activity book that’s packed with imagination-building, boredom-busting projects and games for kids.

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All Ages

The Best Children’s and YA Books of November 2018

Our top picks for the month include a mix of charming picture books, imaginative middle grade adventures, and diverse YA fantasy and sci-fi.