Teen
The Best YA Books of 2020
From dark thrillers and out-of-this-world sci-fi to new installments in beloved series and sweet rom-coms, 2020 was a good year for YA books.
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Tween
The Best Books of 2020 for Tweens
With 2020 coming to a close, it’s the perfect time to take a look back at all the great books the year had to offer for middle grade readers.
Growing Reader
The Best Books of 2020 for Kids Ages 6 – 8
If you need something to celebrate as the year draws to a close, or if you’re just looking for a few good books to add to your shelves, here are our favorites of 2020.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Brightly Storytime: The Twelve Days of Christmas
Celebrate Christmas with a special holiday episode of Brightly Storytime. This time, we're reading — and singing! — along with this illustrated version of the classic song, “The Twelve Days of Christmas."
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
‘Tis the Season for Holiday Printables & Activities
Get your kiddos in the holiday spirit — and keep them happily occupied — with these fun holiday printables and activities!
Grown-Up Reads
The Best Grown-Up Reads of November 2020
As we collectively embark on an unusual (but no less busy) holiday season, might we recommend the restorative powers of a great book?
Shop Indie Bookstores This Holiday Season
You can help indie bookstores get back on their feet this holiday season — from shopping local to making a donation.
Pre-K
Best Picture Books of 2020: Ages 3 – 5
A crop of fantastic picture books were released in 2020, from both well-known authors and debuts. Check out some of our favorites and find a new book or two to read with your little one.
Baby & Toddler
Best Books of 2020 for Babies & Toddlers
These wonderful board books published in 2020 will definitely warrant extra snuggle sessions over the coming weeks.
Tween
Author-Illustrator Lincoln Peirce on Max & the Midknights and Big Nate
Brightly had the pleasure of speaking with Peirce about Max, Nate, the roles gender and identity play in tween novels, and what's next for these lovable characters.
