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Teen

12 Nonfiction Books for Teens That Are Total Page-Turners

These amazing nonfiction books for young adults span all kinds of interests and curiosities and are captivating, thought-provoking, and even worldview-affecting.

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Tween

9 Fantastic Chapter Books for Fourth Graders

There are tons of fantastic titles available to fourth graders, whether they’re looking for humor, fantasy, or realistic stories. Here are just a few to choose from!

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Grown-Up Reads

The Best Grown-Up Reads of December 2020

As we close out the final days of a tumultuous year, treat yourself to a deliciously distracting new book. Read up, rest up, and enjoy yourself.

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Growing Reader

Brightly Storytime: The Mysteries of the Universe

Get ready to rocket to the stars with The Mysteries of the Universe, a captivating book jam-packed with fascinating facts and out-of-this-world images that explore the cosmos.

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Growing Reader

Brightly Storytime: Grumpy Monkey Up All Night

Read along with Grumpy Monkey Up All Night, a cute and funny story about a prickly primate determined to stay up all night.

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Pre-K

Brightly Storytime: Meet the Latkes

Follow along as author Alan Silberberg reads Meet the Latkes, a sweet and silly picture book about the story of Hanukkah!

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Growing Reader

9 Books That Celebrate the Meaning of Christmas

If you’re looking to keep the real reason for the season at the forefront of your Christmas celebrations, try reading these books with your kids this December.

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Tween

Five Ways Families Can Cope With Setbacks

Keir Graff, author of The Tiny Mansion, provides tips families can use when faced with setbacks, which is something many families are currently experiencing during this global pandemic.

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Tips & Advice

Ways the College Admissions Process Has Changed (and Stayed the Same!) During the Pandemic

The college admissions process is, at its core, a human process. Though much has stayed the same, some things have changed. Admissions expert Rob Franek offers advice to parents and teens applying to college.

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All Ages

The Best Children’s and YA Books of December 2020

From board books about American icons to must-read middle grade series and YA books both thrilling and poignant, December’s best new titles will inspire holiday smiles.