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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.

Dentist illustration
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.

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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.

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Tween

4 Things To Do Before Getting Your Child a Phone

"When can I have a cellphone?" Parents dread this question because it feels daunting to prepare a child for the responsibility of a smartphone. Here are four important actions parents can take to ensure their children are ready when the phone arrives.

food-books-for-preschoolers
Pre-K

13 Fantastic Food Books for Preschoolers

Books can be a great way to talk about food with your child, whether you’re dealing with a picky eater, a child who loves to cook, or something in between.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

5 Fantastic Ideas for Coping With Kids’ After-School Behavior

Is your child a whiny, grouchy, emotional mess the minute they get home? Here are a few tips to help parents navigate those after-school meltdowns.

books-on-homelessness
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

9 Children’s Picture Books That Spark Conversations About Homelessness

Poverty, food scarcity, mental health, and homelessness are tough issues we should discuss with our children. Don’t know where to start? These books offer a natural gateway to the conversation.

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Tips & Advice

Regulatory Activities To Implement for a Calmer Classroom

Helping kids regulate their emotions opens their capacity for learning and behavioral control. Here are some of our favorite activities to incorporate movement, breathing techniques, and grounding strategies into the classroom.