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Tween

Hauntingly Good Ghost Stories for 9- to 12-Year-Olds

These middle grade novels feature ghosts, creepy dolls, and strange worlds, providing scares at every level, from mild (and even funny) to tense and gripping.

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Growing Reader

Picture Books To Boost Social and Emotional Learning Skills

These picture books present ways to help strengthen a child’s social and emotional learning abilities. Perfect for back to school and throughout the year!

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Growing Reader
Tween

16 Outrageously Funny Graphic Novels for Reluctant Young Readers

These irresistible graphic novels full of wordplay, slapstick, silly scenarios, and oddball premises will have young readers laughing out loud.

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Growing Reader

Perfectly Imperfect: Children’s Books About Overcoming Perfectionism

Remind kids that life is messy and wildly imperfect with these books that embrace making mistakes and imperfections.

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Growing Reader

For the Love of Books: How To Keep Reading Fun During the School Year

Discover five simple ways to keep reading fun during the busy school year and help kids build a lifelong love of books and reading for pleasure.

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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
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Growing Reader
Tween
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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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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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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.