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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 โ€” and singing! โ€” along with this illustrated version of the classic song, โ€œThe Twelve Days of Christmas."

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader

‘Tis the Season for Holiday Printables & Activities

Get your kiddos in the holiday spirit โ€” and keep them happily occupied โ€” with these fun holiday printables and activities!

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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?

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Shop Indie Bookstores This Holiday Season

You can help indie bookstores get back on their feet this holiday season โ€” from shopping local to making a donation.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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All Ages

Books That Celebrate Transgender and Gender-Nonconforming Kids

Itโ€™s so important that children see themselves represented in books, including transgender and gender-nonconforming character inclusion and stories that focus on these topics.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader

Printable Gift Tags for the Holidays

Print out these adorable holiday gift tags for some fun holiday crafting with your little one!

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Pre-K

The Best Bedtime Stories for 3- to 5-Year-Olds

Whether your kids need to unwind, bond, or have a few laughs before they start making Z's, these titles are a great addition to their bedtime routine.