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6 Questions To Ask Teachers About Your Child’s Reading Progress

As a literacy specialist and parent, here's what I ask about my kids’ reading progress during parent-teacher conferences.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
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Books That Show Kids What It Means To Be Thankful

When kids are feeling down, forget their manners, or need a reminder about all the good things they have, these books about gratitude are here to help.

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Baby & Toddler
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The Best New Kids’ & YA Books To Read Right Now

If your family need some suggestions for reading material, look no further than these exciting new kids' and YA books!

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K

15 Picture Books To Celebrate Thanksgiving

Introduce the Thanksgiving holiday to the youngest of readers with these delightful picture books featuring some of their favorite characters and holiday-themed activities.

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Tween
Teen

16 Thrilling Time Travel Books for Tweens and Teens

These books for middle grade and young adult readers that explore new eras and other realities run the gamut — from love stories and family dramas to adventures and horror tales.

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Growing Reader
Tween

Tiler Peck on Ballet, Big Dreams, and Her New Book XO Ballerina Big Sis

Tiler Peck is a principal dancer with the New York City Ballet and is one of the top ballerinas working …

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader

Día de los Muertos Books for Kids

Celebrate the Day of the Dead, a cherished Mexican holiday, with these vibrant and entertaining reads.

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All Ages

Halloween Books & Activities for All Ages

From festive books to frighteningly fun activities, there are so many ways to make this holiday a blast for the whole family.

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Tween

13 Scary Books for Middle Grade Readers

If your tween is ready for stories with thrills and chills, these middle grade books are creepy, fun, and doable for younger horror fans.

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23 Fun Reading Games for Kids

A fun way to improve reading skills is by playing reading games. And many of these reading games are free!