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Growing Reader
Tween

Must-Read Series for Fans of Dog Man

Like Dog Man, these series — packed with laugh-out-loud plots and fun-filled illustrations — will keep reluctant readers and the adults who love them engaged.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Hilarious New Read-Alouds To Share With Kids

From quirky characters to silly adventures , prepare for some serious giggles while sharing these laugh-out-loud books!

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Baby & Toddler

Your Baby’s First Year: What to Read to Them at Every Stage

The difference between a newborn baby and a 1-year-old is amazing! These books and reading techniques are great for each of their various first-year stages.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Ride On! 11 Enjoyable Books About Bicycles for Children

From trikes to training wheels to two-wheel bikes, there's something for every little cyclist on this list of books about bikes for kids.

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Growing Reader

13 Frightfully Fun Stories To Get Your Kids in the Halloween Spirit

Get ready for goblins, ghosts, and spectacular stories! From silly picture books to spooky early readers, these are the perfect reads for Halloween.

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Tween

9 Globe-Trotting Adventure Books for Middle Grade Readers

If your kid has the travel bug, check out these captivating globe-trotting adventure stories sure to inspire your family's next trip.

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Teen

The Game Is Afoot: 19 Masterful Teen Mysteries

These fantastic YA mysteries were written specifically for teens and fill the whodunit gap for young adult readers in unexpected and novel ways.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

Halloween Activity Books to Add to Your Little Monster’s Boo Basket

Looking for ideas for your kids' boo basket? These Halloween-themed activity books promise to delight and entertain!

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader

Día de los Muertos Books for Kids

Celebrate the Day of the Dead, a cherished Mexican holiday, with these vibrant and entertaining reads.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

Halloween Printables & Activities

Make Halloween a spook-tacularly good time with these fun activities for your little monsters!