Picture Books

Pre-K

Growing Reader

Brightly Storytime: Carmela Full of Wishes

Read along to Carmela Full of Wishes, a poignant tribute to family, home, and hope from the creators of Last Stop on Market Street.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Goodbye, Friend! Hello, Friend! Helps Little Readers Understand Change

Even in the middle of change and transition, Goodbye, Friend! Hello, Friend! reminds readers that “no matter what… goodbye to today… is hello to tomorrow.”

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

17 Must-Read Picture Books of Fall 2019

Whether you love whimsical picture books or stories that teach a lesson, you’ll be delighted with the beautiful and inspiring books coming out this fall.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

11 Silly Things That Siblings Fight About

New York Times-bestselling duo Jennifer and Matthew Holm, creators of The Evil Princess vs. the Brave Knight, recall the things they fought over growing up — things that brothers and sisters still fight about today.

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Baby & Toddler

The Surprising (and Scientifically Proven) Benefit of Reading to Toddlers

A recent Rutger's University study found that reading aloud to young children benefits both the parents and children.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Brightly Storytime: Milk Goes to School

Brightly's latest storytime explores the first day of school, which can be both exciting and scary.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

10 Picture Books to Help Teach Kids About Being Brave

These stories help kids understand that they’re strong, they can cope, and they’re not as fragile and small as they might sometimes feel.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Brightly Storytime: Oh, the Places You'll Go!

Read along with Dr. Seuss's Oh, The Places You'll Go!, a timeless picture book sure to inspire kids of all ages as they navigate life's many ups and downs.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Tween

Teen

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.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Rainy Day Reads: 7 Picture Books That Revel in the Magic of Rain

It's raining, it's pouring, but being stuck inside doesn't have to be boring! Make the most of those damp days indoors with a few picture books that celebrate the power and majesty of rain.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

There’s a New Piglet in Town: Kate DiCamillo on Her New Book, A Piglet Named Mercy

With A Piglet Named Mercy, author Kate DiCamillo and illustrator Chris Van Dusen have rendered Mercy’s origin story in grand style, adding the first picture book to the existing Mercy Watson series — a porcine prequel, if you will.

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Pre-K

You’re Missing It! Reminds Parents That Kids Aren’t the Only Ones Who Should Put Down the Screens

In a technology-obsessed world, You’re Missing It! is a real-life notification for kids and parents on the importance of human connection.

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