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Teen

Fit for a King, Queen, or Teen: 10 Royalty-Inspired Books for YA Readers

These teen books centered on royalty — some pegged to real-life kingdoms and others to crowns of the writers’ inventions — will keep readers riveted.

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Growing Reader
Tween

Art Comes To Life in These Middle Grade Novels

If you have a curious and creative kid at home who loves artsy stories, here are some excellent novels about art bursting into action.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

Sick Lit: 12 Kids’ Books To Have On Hand for Sick Days

A good book can help keep your mind off your discomfort. These kids' books are great to have at-the-ready for sick days.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

5 Ways to Add Movement to Storytime

Kids aren't meant to be sedentary. Check out this list of teacher-tested ideas to help kids move during read-aloud time!

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader

Get Fired Up! 9 Children’s Books About Firefighters

Full of engaging colorful illustrations, these stories feature tales that celebrate firefighters’ essential role in our community.

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Tween

16 Kid-Approved Books for Advanced Fifth and Sixth Grade Readers

These books are loved by advanced fifth and sixth grade readers for their unique character voices, complex plots and themes, and high page counts.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

10 Nonfiction Kids’ Books That Celebrate Black Excellence

These fantastic reads center on Black figures throughout history who embodied excellence in their respective fields and inspired those around them.

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Pre-K

Brightly Storytime: How Do Lions Say I Love You

Little animal lovers will enjoy reading along with this snuggly story about how these cuddly creatures show affection.

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Baby & Toddler

The Best Informational Books for Toddlers

Including informational books in a toddler’s reading diet builds vocabulary and world knowledge. For some children, informational books are the ones that spark their love of reading.

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Growing Reader
Tween

Dare to Doodle: 11 Unconventional Drawing Books for Kids

Artistic kids are sure to love these unique doodling books full of inspiration for unbridled creativity.