Read Aloud
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.
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.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
When Sadness Is at Your Door Helps Kids and Parents Approach Big Emotions
Through simple sentences and muted illustrations, Eva Eland's new book gives sadness a face and encourages readers to explore it rather than hide from it or try to fix it.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tomorrow I’ll Be Brave Inspires Resilience in Children (and Adults!)
The pressure to meet expectations can be hard for little humans to wrestle with. Jessica Hische’s new picture book tackles this idea head-on.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Giraffe Problems Is a Picture Book That Hits on a Very Human Problem
Jory John and Lane Smith's new collaboration is funny, but it also shows kids that comparing ourselves to others is a trap, and that we are all fantastic the way we are.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Brightly Storytime: The Day You Begin
Read along with The Day You Begin, a picture book about a little girl who feels she doesn’t fit in with her peers — until she discovers the power of storytelling.
Pre-K
Lucy and the String Celebrates Childhood Creativity and Problem-Solving
Lucy and the String doesn’t try to squash that magical sparkle of curiosity by scaring children with big consequences. Instead, it encourages them to get creative and use problem-solving skills to make things right when they’ve made mistakes.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Brightly Storytime: Llama Llama Loves to Read
Follow along with Llama Llama Loves to Read and watch as everyone’s favorite little llama and his classmates learn their ABCs, identify sight words, and read stories!
Pre-K
Growing Reader
How to Be a Lion Is a Lovely Lesson in Being True to Yourself
With its multifaced protagonist and real-world themes, Ed Vere’s How to Be a Lion is the perfect elixir to counter inside-the-box thinking.
Pre-K
Brightly Storytime: My Little Golden Book About Sharks
Get ready for Shark Week by reading along with My Little Golden Book About Sharks, a picture book full of fascinating facts for little shark-lovers to sink their teeth into.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Green Bean ‘Fries’ and The Day the Crayons Quit — A Perfect Recipe and Read-Aloud Pairing
For a storytime snack, Kristin Cavallari likes to prep these Green Bean “Fries” and pair them with a read-aloud of The Day the Crayons Quit.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Goldfish on Vacation Leads Children on an Unexpected Journey Connecting Generations
Some books make you curious and lead you down a rabbit hole of learning and research — as was most definitely the case when my daughter and I read this one.
