All Ages
The Best Children’s and YA Books of October 2019
October is packed with reads both delightful and profound — from picture books celebrating generosity and creativity to middle grade reads about the power of kindness.
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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Halloween Printables and Activities
Make Halloween a spook-tacularly good time with these fun activities for your little monsters!
Tween
9 Great Non-Fiction Books for Tweens
If your tween is only fond of fiction, here are nine truly captivating books that will make them fall in love with its counterpart.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Brightly Storytime: Dr. Seuss’s Spooky Things
Read along with Dr. Seuss's Spooky Things — a delightfully sweet Halloween treat for little readers, starring two of Seuss's most iconic characters.
Grown-Up Reads
Tips & Advice
Parenting a Dyslexic Child Takes Both Science and Faith
Mother and author of Bless This Mess, Ellen O'Donnell believes that when it comes to parenting, science and spirituality are not at odds with each other.
Grown-Up Reads
The Best Grown-Up Reads of September 2019
September’s best new book releases call for long stretches of reading time, so clear the calendar and make room in your TBR stack.
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 17 banned books worth reading for their ideas.
Tween
Spooky (But Not Too Scary!) Books for Middle Grade Readers
If your middle schooler is ready for something a little scary, try these spooky titles that should definitely keep them hooked — and creep them out a bit.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
October Reading Challenge for Kids
These ten reading challenge ideas will have young readers haunting their bookshelves and exploring new stories all month long.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
My Tiny Pet Hilariously Explores Our Urge to Downsize
Mixing silliness and science, My Tiny Pet is the super cute story of one incredibly resourceful girl who uses creative thinking and a whole lot of tenacity to get a pet her family will always have room for.
