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Tween

Crack the Code! 15 Books About Puzzles and Codes for 9- to 12-Year-Olds

Filled with secret codes and puzzles to solve and tantalizing mysteries to unravel, these 15 books will keep your child glued to the page.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

13 Zany Picture Books That Break the Fourth Wall

For little readers, a book that literally speaks to them is one they won’t soon forget. These delightful picture books bring kids right into the story.

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All Ages

Redeem Free Books With Kellogg’s Feeding Reading Program

Kellogg’s wants to help fuel kids’ minds and bodies for back-to-school success! Between now and September 30, 2024, get two free books from Penguin Random House when you buy any participating Kellogg's product and partner product.

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Baby & Toddler

Brightly Storytime: Birding for Babies Series

Join in the fun as Ms. Linda reads two delightful board books from the Birding for Babies series. And stay tuned for a special visit from the author, who has some fun tips about bird-watching!

Spanish/English bilingual picture books
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader

17 Spanish/English Bilingual Picture Books

Bilingual picture books offer children the opportunity to develop a second language and expand their cultural awareness. Here are 17 Spanish/English gems.

mindfulness for younger kids
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader

16 Books About Mindfulness and Meditation for Younger Kids

These 16 books will help younger kids learn how to slow down, focus on their breathing, and become more mindful of big emotions swirling around inside them.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K

9 Picture Books to Get Kids Ready for the Dentist

From the waiting room to the exam room, to a potential (hopefully not!) cavity, these books will help prepare your kids for their first trip to the dentist.

quirky-alphabet-books
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K

11 Quirky Alphabet Books With a Twist

To build on more standard alphabet primers, try out one of these quirkier A-to-Z books and put a little whimsy into your child’s abecedarian efforts.

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Growing Reader
Tween

Unique Workbooks To Capture Every Kid’s Attention

Whether your kid is fascinated by rocks and minerals or you want a fun workbook to supplement what they learn at school, here are 14 unique titles to explore.

books-to-prepare-for-college
Teen

14 Books To Help Get Teens Ready for College

College is an exciting time and place for young adults, but also overwhelming. These books — from relatable fiction to helpful nonfiction — can help.