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Growing Reader

10 Outstanding STEM Picture Books for Kids

These standout picture books make it easy and delightful for you AND your child to learn new STEM concepts.

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11 Mermaid Books To Enchant Young Adult Readers

Stories about magical, mystical mermaids are perfect reads for teens to dive into at the beach or poolside.

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Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

10 Nonfiction Audiobooks for Young Listeners

From historical memoirs to social justice, help stop the summer slide with these nonfiction audiobooks for knowledge-hungry kids!

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

14 Picture Books With Surprise Twist Endings

Is there anything better than a twist ending? We’ve collected some of our favorite children’s books with surprise twists that will delight readers of all ages.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

But What If…?: 12 Picture Books To Help Children Who Worry

It’s normal for children to experience worry and anxiety, though sometimes those feelings become all-consuming. These affirming picture books will help children and their caregivers find helpful ways to discuss and process emotions.

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Tween
Teen

How to Help Your Kids Tackle Their Required Summer Reading

Looking to motivate a not-so-motivated reader? Check out these simple tips for helping your child get through their required reading.

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Sneak Peek: The Grimoire of Grave Fates

Twenty hours. Eighteen students. One murderer. Start reading an excerpt from this gripping tale full of magic and mystery.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

Summer Reading for Kids: Book Lists and Learning Tips

Brightly has everything you need to get your family ready for summer reading. Find great summer reading lists and tips for all ages, book-inspired activities to entertain kids, funny audiobooks for families on the go, and so much more.

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Pre-K

How to Talk to Young Children About Gender

From gender-neutral language to inclusive play spaces, there is much caregivers and educators can do to reflect a more expansive perception of gender.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

Read Before You Stream: Kids’ Books With New TV and Movie Adaptations

Kids love to watch movies and tv shows, so why not motivate more reading with book choices that have streamable adaptations? Take your pick from these great reads that have recently been adapted.