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Read Globally: 17 Beautiful Books That Introduce Mexican Culture & History to Kids

From picture books to middle grade novels, we’ve found wonderful stories that reflect that myriad facets of Mexican culture and history.

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Braaaains: 8 Tales of the Zombie Apocalypse for Tweens

If you have a monster-loving middle schooler at home, here are eight books about dealing with the zombie apocalypse that they should absolutely love.

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Bookshelf Must-Have: Forest of a Thousand Lanterns

Dark magic, mystery, romance, and suspense combine in spellbinding fashion in our latest Bookshelf Must-Have pick. A reimagining of the Evil Queen legend, this stunning YA novel from debut author Julie C. Dao is completely captivating.

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Looking Back and Looking Up: Finding Solace in Children’s Books Written in Troubled Times

In difficult times, kids' books that are rich with silliness, grief, and hope can provide a sense of understanding and help readers cope — including adults.

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Brightly Storytime: Goodnight Goon

Get in the Halloween spirit by reading along with Michael Rex's Goodnight Goon, a fun and spooky parody of a classic story!

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17 New Authors of Color Writing Much-Needed Stories for Kids

These new(ish) authors of color write diverse books aimed at children, teens, and young adults. Their works resonate with the times, speak to the future, and show children varied experiences and perspectives.

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12 Funny and Real Tales of Friendship Gone Wrong for Kids

Friendships can sometimes go awry. These funny and relatable tales of the occasionally bumpy road to togetherness are great for young readers.

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Making Mr. Lemoncello Proud: Chris Grabenstein on the Value of Libraries Today

Chris Grabenstein, author of the Mr. Lemoncello's Library series, discusses his own relationship with books growing up and the unique role libraries can play in kids' lives.

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Brightly’s Book Club for Kids: Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library

Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library is a fun-filled, lightning-fast novel for middle grade readers that's packed with fun puzzles and book references.

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5 Fascinating Insights into Your Teen’s Brain

If you’re looking to better understand what happens when your kid enters adolescence — and what's going on in their head — check out these expert insights.