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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader

Books That Celebrate Diverse Holidays and Traditions

As the holiday season approaches, it’s important to remember there are a diverse set of holidays available to explore. Here are great picture books that introduce kids to diverse holidays and traditions.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

Christmas Activity Books That Make Great Stocking Stuffers for Kids

Filled with puzzles, coloring pages, and festive games, these Christmas-themed activity books promise hours of fun and entertainment.

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Teen

The Best YA Books of 2025

We've rounded up the best, boldest, and most exciting books from 2025 that YA readers everywhere should know about.

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Growing Reader
Tween

The Best Middle Grade & Chapter Books of 2025

2025 was a banner year for books, and these are some of the best middle grade and chapter books for readers from 3rd-6th grade.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Brand-New Children’s Books To Read This Christmas

Fresh-as-the-fallen-snow, these brand-new Christmas stories are the perfect way to enjoy the holiday season as a family.

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Teen

The Best YA Books To Gift Teens

Find gift ideas to delight every teen reader on your list, from the casual page-turner to the voracious book lover.

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Tween

Holiday Book Gifts for Tweens Ages 9 – 12

Explore novels for tweens to get lost in, activity books to keep them busy, and real-life stories to inspire.

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Pre-K

Holiday Book Gifts: Ages 3 – 5

This holiday season, gift books that ignite your preschooler's imagination, make them laugh, or teach them something new.

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Baby & Toddler

The Best Books To Gift Babies and Toddlers

The best books to gift babies and toddlers offer plenty of opportunities to learn, play, and connect.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader

Children’s Books That Champion Kindness

A little kindness goes a long way. These board books and picture books celebrate kindness and help young kids remember how and why they should be kind.