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Growing Reader
Tween

The Best Chapter Books To Read as a Family

Need to jumpstart your family’s read-aloud routine? These chapter books for kids ages 8-12 are the perfect starting point!

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Pre-K
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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Teen

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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Pre-K
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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Teen

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.