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Pre-K

18 Great Picture Books for Preschoolers and Parents to Read Together

Whether you and your little need a laugh, a cuddle, or an escape from reality, these picture books are a great way to connect with your child. And bonus: they’re clever enough to be enjoyed by both you and your children through multiple readings.

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Growing Reader

14 Books Ideal for Reading With Kids Ages 6 – 8

Pass a book back and forth, let them take the lead, or travel through these kids' books side by side. No matter how you read together, you’ll be glad you did.

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Tween

Middle Grade Books Both You and Your Tween Can Enjoy

Reading together helps stave off boredom, gives us something to talk about, and allows us a quiet moment to connect as a family. If you're interested in starting an informal book club with your kids, here are some fantastic books to check out.

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Teen

YA Novels to Read With Your Teenager

The best YA books are meaty enough for an adult to enjoy and hefty enough to start a conversation around complex topics with teens. Tuck into these engrossing YA novels that span across genres and appeal to adults and teens alike.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

10 of the Best Dragon Books for Kids

Sometimes fierce, sometimes really misunderstood, these magnificent dragon stories for kids will help you breathe a little fire into your family’s reading life.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

17 Read-Alouds That Will Make You Look Hilarious to Your Kids

Add some wacky voices and dramatic pauses as you read these spectacularly giggle-worthy stories, and your little ones will think you’re the funniest grown-up around.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

Brightly’s Summer Reading Challenge for Kids — 2021 Edition

Brightly's 2021 Summer Reading Challenge offers kids a fun bingo card that they can cross out as they read books that fulfill each prompt, encouraging them to expand their reading horizons.

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Growing Reader
Tween

Giddy Up, Readers! The Best Horse Books for Kids Ages 8 – 12

For the horse-loving kiddo in your life, the next best thing to riding one of these magnificent creatures is reading about them in books. Here are a few well-loved horse stories to get them started.

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All Ages

The Best Children’s and YA Books of May 2021

Whether you’re drooling over stunning picture books or looking for heartfelt novels for your kids, you’ll find more of what you’re craving in this month's selection of new reads.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Brightly Storytime: Lady Liberty’s Holiday

Lady Liberty needs a vacation! Follow along as she leaves footprints on the Jersey Shore, poses with the presidents at Mount Rushmore, and naps on the Golden Gate Bridge while enjoying the California sun.