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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.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

STEM Books That Make Science and Tech Fun for Kids

Science, technology, engineering, and math are crucial parts of a child's education. These STEM books are filled with great stories and cool project ideas.

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Tween

9 Middle Grade Books Sure To Change Kids’ Worldview

Use these books, paired with thoughtful discussion prompts, to offer young readers a new perspective on the world.

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Pre-K

14 Clever Picture Books for Kids (and Their Parents)

Kids like to hear the same books over and over and over again. But fear not, parents. These clever picture books may be just the cure for storytime ennui.

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Teen

14 Fractured Fairy Tales for Teens

Enchant your young adult readers with these creative, more adult retellings of fairy tales like Snow White, Cinderella, and more.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Brightly Storytime: The Day the Crayons Quit

Follow along with this hilarious read-aloud as a crew of letter-writing crayons complains to their owner about being mistreated.

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Growing Reader
Tween

9 Truly Funny Joke Books for Kids

These funny joke books provide young readers with side-splitting comedic material that will keep everyone laughing for weeks to come.

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Pre-K

10 Fun Facts About Lunar New Year for Kids + Free Printables

Teach young kids about Lunar New Year celebrations with these fun facts, traditions, and printable coloring pages!