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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

Halloween Activity Books to Add to Your Little Monster’s Boo Basket

Looking for ideas for your kids' boo basket? These Halloween-themed activity books promise to delight and entertain!

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K

Not-So-Scary Picture Books for Halloween

These festive picture books are a surefire way to get your children into the Halloween spirit without giving them nightmares.

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Tween

Kid-Approved Books for Advanced Fifth and Sixth Grade Readers

These books are loved by advanced fifth and sixth grade readers for their unique character voices, complex plots and themes, and high page counts.

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Tween

Kid-Approved Books for Advanced Fourth and Fifth Grade Readers

It can be hard for advanced readers to find that just right book. Check out these age-appropriate yet challenging books kids recommend as must-reads.

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Growing Reader

Books for Advanced First and Second Grade Readers

These books are wholesome enough for a 6- or 7-year-old but also offer depth and complexity that make them thought-provoking for advanced readers.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Wonderful Picture Books That Celebrate Grandparents

The special relationship between a child and their grandparent is worth celebrating. These picture books make wonderful gifts that both grandparents and children will love for years to come.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

16 Picture Books To Help Kids With Separation Anxiety

Whether preparing for daycare, the first day of school, or any transition, these books are perfect for supporting kids with their social-emotional needs and giving them the confidence to take on new challenges.

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Tween
Teen

Banned & Challenged Books Every Tween and Teen Should Read

Ideas in books can ignite discovery, encourage empathy, and offer solace. With that in mind, here are 25 banned books worth reading for their ideas.

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Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

We Remember: Books to Help You Talk to Your Kids About 9/11

Reading and understanding have always been necessary to heal the wounds of division and violence. And so, with hope, we bring the next generation with us to the bookshelf.

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Pre-K

How To Encourage a Love of Books and Reading in Preschoolers

Building a book habit in preschoolers is a critical part of their long-term reading success. Find out how to get them started.