Picture Books

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6 Tips for Enjoying Nonfiction with Young Children

There’s a strong case for including informational text in your family’s reading diet. Here are some tried-and-true tips for making reading nonfiction to young kids enjoyable.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

20 Must-Read Picture Books of 2018

This year has boasted a diverse collection of amazing picture books that celebrate wisdom, trailblazing, imagination, and love in all its many forms.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Tween

Teen

Jacqueline Woodson’s Most Beautiful, Impactful Books for Young Readers

Jacqueline Woodson has made a career out of breaking down barriers and smashing glass ceilings for children and teens through her remarkable writing. Here are some of our favorite books written by the unparalleled author.

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Tips & Advice

How Books Can Help Parents Tackle Tough Topics with Kids

While my daughters and I enjoy reading for fun and entertainment, I’m grateful that books can also encourage us to dig deeper and explore topics that can be tough to talk about with kids.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Good Ideas Are Like Shooting Stars: A Chat with Author-Illustrator Jan Brett

Jan Brett, the author of so many wintry classics, chatted with us about why observation, boredom, and discovery are important for all readers and creators, young and old.

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All Ages

The Best Children's and YA Books of December 2018

December is upon us and alongside the colder climes are new stories to interest fans of picture books, middle grade books, and young adult books.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Tween

Teen

8 Wonderful Books by Joseph Bruchac for Children and Teens

Joseph Bruchac’s stories honor human complexity and connection in ways that entertain, inspire, and move readers at every stage. Here are just a few of our favorites in the massive Bruchac canon.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Brightly Storytime: Eat Pete

Read along with Michael Rex’s Eat Pete, a will-he-or-won’t-he picture book that appeals to young readers who love funny stories and surprise twists!

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Growing Reader

A Printable Educator’s Guide to Using Picture Books in the Classroom

This free Educator’s Guide contains picture book recommendations and activities that are aligned to Common Core standards and explore themes like family, friendship, history, and folklore.

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Tips & Advice

A Parent’s Survival Guide to Reading the Same Picture Book for the 100th Time

When your kid wants to read the same story each night for weeks on end, turn to these ten strategies to make it through and still enjoy it afresh.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Tween

Books To Teach Kids About Cause and Effect

Teaching kids cause and effect develops critical thinking skills important for all ages of children. We hope these books guide kids into many thoughtful conversations that spill over into decision-making in their daily lives.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Tween

Bookful Is a New Reading App That Embraces AR and a Love of Books

By bringing children’s books to life through augmented reality, Bookful offers all kinds of learners a fun way to further engage with stories they know and love.

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