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Is Your Kid Obsessed with Star Wars? Here’s What They Should Read Next.
We've assembled a quick, age-appropriate list of books that will delight any kid who has consumed all things Star Wars and doesn’t know what to read next.
Growing Reader
Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver Reflect on the Humor and Truth of Their Here’s Hank Series
With the Here's Hank series coming to an end, we were absolutely thrilled to chat with the authors about some of the highlights writing the books together.
Growing Reader
Tween
There’s a Magic Tree House Chapter Book for Every Kind of Reader
First launched in 1992, the beloved Magic Tree House now comprises dozens of books. With so many options, how do you know where to start? We've compiled a go-to guide.
Tween
Bookshelf Must-Have: Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstiltskin
We’ve all heard the story of Rumpelstiltskin, the greedy guy who spun straw into gold for the miller’s daughter in exchange for her firstborn child. But is that the real story? Adventure, humor, and magic abound in this Bookshelf Must-Have pick for middle grade readers.
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The Hands-Down Funniest Books for Kids, According to Authors
To celebrate Humor Month, we asked authors to share their picks for the all-time funniest books for kids. These are the giggle-inducing reads they’ve chuckled at, loved, and gone back to time and again.
Growing Reader
Bookshelf Must-Have: Princess Pulverizer
Our latest Bookshelf Must-Have pick is a chapter book that's fast-paced, fun, and filled with offbeat but lovable characters — all the ingredients of a kid-pleaser.
Growing Reader
12 New Chapter Books for Growing Readers to Love in 2018
Whether you're looking for books to read aloud to your kids or books for independent reading time, here are 12 chapter books to look forward to in 2018.
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The Best Children’s Books of 2017, According to Kids
To put together this best-of-the-year list, we went straight to the most important people: the kids! Here are the books they loved reading most in 2017.
Growing Reader
Meet the Illustrator: Abby Hanlon
We went behind the scenes with author and illustrator Abby Hanlon to explore her fan-favorite Dory Fantasmagory series!
Growing Reader
Bookshelf Must-Have: Bea Garcia: My Life in Pictures
Calling all doodlers and dreamers! A chapter book that's paced just right for growing readers, our latest Bookshelf Must-Have pick is a story packed with creativity, imagination, and plenty of great pictures.
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Growing Reader
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Teen
The Best Children's and YA Books of May 2017
This month's new releases are packed with all manner of literary fun. From a cryptic cipher to taco-loving dragons to a charming rom-com and, yes, even Bigfoot, May has a little something for every kind of book lover.
Tween
The 50 Best Books for 11- and 12-Year-Olds
What are the best books for 11- and 12-year-olds? Preteens need good books that both resonate with their complex lives as well as educate and entertain them. Our experts selected these 50 excellent titles that appeal to a range of interests, backgrounds, and even moods.