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Pre-K

18 Must-Have Books for 4-Year-Olds

No matter how many shiny, new titles my four-year-old inherits, these are the books she loves (and I love) to read over and over again.

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Tween
Teen

How to Help Your Kids Tackle Their Required Summer Reading

Looking to motivate a not-so-motivated reader? Check out these simple tips for helping your child get through their required reading.

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Pre-K

20 Engaging Preschool Activity Books

Whether you’re stuck inside on a rainy day or are looking for something fun to do during quiet time, activity books supply hours of screen-free distraction for young children.

The Best Horse Books for Tweens
Growing Reader
Tween

Giddy Up, Readers! The Best Horse Books for Kids Ages 8 – 12

For the horse-loving kiddo in your life, the next best thing to riding one of these magnificent creatures is reading about them in books. Here are a few well-loved horse stories to get them started.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

Children’s Reads That Traverse the U.S.

Set off on a literary road trip with these children's books that cross the country and celebrate the sights, history, and people of the U.S.A.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Fun Word Games To Keep Your Kids Learning This Summer

Simple pen-and-paper word games are a great go-to when kids say they're bored and a fun way to reinforce fundamental reading skills in the weeks leading up to the new school year.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

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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Growing Reader

Stop the Slide! Summer Learning Loss Prevention Tips for 6- to 8-Year-Olds

Summer learning loss isn’t a myth. But just a few minutes of learning a day can keep kids’ brains from becoming sieves over the summer.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader

30 Great LGBTQ+ Picture Books for Kids

Everyone can benefit from the messages of unconditional love and acceptance in these picture books.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Perfectly Buggy Insect Books for the Classroom

These books are reliable options to spark children’s interest in insects, build background knowledge, and share big ideas — before the subjects crawl away.