Growing Up
All Ages
An Attitude of Gratitude: 17 Books That Show Kids What It Means To Be Thankful
When kids are feeling down, forget their manners, or need a reminder about all the good things they have, these books about gratitude are here to help.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Ride On! 11 Enjoyable Books About Bicycles for Children
From trikes to training wheels to two-wheel bikes, there's something for every little cyclist on this list of books about bikes for kids.
Growing Reader
You Can Do It! Children’s Books That Promote a Growth Mindset
These books featuring characters who showcase a growth mindset can help kids see challenges and mistakes as opportunities to grow.
Tween
Fitting In, Sticking Out, and Finding Yourself: 20 Books for Middle Schoolers
Here are 20 books for kids — ranging from funny to sad to dramatic — that accurately portray the ups and downs of middle school life, and how to survive it.
Tween
It’s Complicated: 11 Books for Tween Girls
Not only do these 11 books give tween girls something to relate to, they also give parents an inside look at what their kids are experiencing.
Tween
18 Books That Kids Say Have Helped Them Find Their Own Voice
We asked tween readers to share some of the books that have helped them discover their own voice and develop their own view of the world.
Tween
Campfires, Crushes, and Letters Home: Books About Sleepaway Camp for Tweens
Sleepaway camp is rife with coming-of-age moments. These middle grade novels capture the excitements, nerves, crushes, and memories of summer camp.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
I Like Myself: 12 Picture Books About Body Positivity
May these books be indispensable tools in encouraging generations of children to have healthier body images.
Tween
Teen
Books To Buy When Puberty Is ‘Nigh — for You and Your Kid
These books will help you and your tween muddle through puberty armed with facts, funny anecdotes, and reassurance.
Pre-K
Teach Your Child (and Yourself) To Love Every Body
The newest addition to the First Conversations series introduces little ones to essential topics, including body diversity, disability justice, fatphobia, and body liberation.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Reassuring Goodbye Rituals To Make School Drop-Offs Easier
From sticky hugs to silly songs, these goodbye rituals can help set your child up for a successful day at school.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Spectacle-ular Children’s Books With Main Characters Who Wear Glasses
These books featuring main characters who wear glasses are excellent reads for kids, regardless of their eyesight requirements.
Tween
17 Essential Coming-of-Age Novels for Tweens
Being a tween is hard. These powerful coming-of-age novels can help kids navigate this tumultuous time in their lives.
Tween
4 Things To Do Before Getting Your Child a Phone
"When can I have a cellphone?" Parents dread this question because it feels daunting to prepare a child for the responsibility of a smartphone. Here are four important actions parents can take to ensure their children are ready when the phone arrives.
