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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Books To Help Start Conversations Around Bodily Autonomy and Consent

These picture books are a perfect jumping-off point for discussions about bodies, personal space, and tricky situations and help our kids feel empowered to advocate for themselves and talk to us about these topics.

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Tips & Advice

8 Parenting Books on Bringing Up Boys

Nowadays, our goal as parents is to raise kind and caring kids who grow up into kind and caring adults. The way we parent boys needs to evolve in ways that foster their growth in the right direction.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Brightly Storytime: The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read

Mary Walker, who achieved her dream of learning to read at the age of 116, is considered the nation's oldest student. Read along with Ms. Linda and learn all about her amazing life.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Books To Keep Kids Entertained During Road Trips

From activity books or travel-themed reads, there are plenty of engaging and super fun options to keep beginning and growing readers busy on your next family trip.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Feel-Good Picture Books for the Warm Days of Summer

Looking to get you and your little readers into that summertime groove? Add these feel-good, nature-drenched, easy-breezy tales of summer to the very top of your family's to-be-read list this season.

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All Ages

The Best Children’s and YA Books of June 2021

From interactive board books for busy toddlers to riveting novels for teens, we’ve rounded up our favorite children’s and YA books appearing on shelves this month.

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All Ages

9 Kids’ Books by Black Authors

Pick up one of these spectacular books by Black authors — from a picture book guide on how to be an anti-racist to a new love story from the acclaimed Nicola Yoon.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Under the Sea: 9 Books for Little Ocean Enthusiasts and Conservationists

From fictional tales about tackling ocean pollution to underwater adventures that introduce new sea creatures and habitats, these kids' books provide an excellent overview of underwater ecosystems and the importance of protecting them.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader

10 Dads on the Picture Books They Love Reading to Their Kids

There's nothing like witnessing a cherished memory being made. We asked 10 dads to talk about their favorite picture book to read to their kids.

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Baby & Toddler

12 Books You’ll Love Reading With Babies & Toddlers

From classics you’ll recognize from your own childhood to modern favorites you’ll soon be able to recite in your sleep, these board books are great for reading together with babies and toddlers.