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All Ages

The Best Children’s and YA Books of June

Enjoy the warm days of summer with our roundup of the most anticipated children’s and YA books coming out this month.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

30 Great LGBTQ+ Books for Kids and Teens

Everyone can benefit from these books' messages of unconditional love and acceptance.

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Tween

12 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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Baby & Toddler

We’re Not Square! 11 Fun Books About Shapes for Toddlers

These books are great for introducing your baby or toddler to basic shapes (and also reminding yourself of a few beyond just circle and square).

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Pre-K

Summer Reading for Kids Ages 3 – 5

These delightful picture books will keep your preschooler engaged on picnics, trips to the beach, and stormy days stuck indoors.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Sweet Picture Books and Rituals for the End of the School Year

These books and activities give students a chance to reflect on all they've learned, share happy memories, and look ahead to a summer of fun.

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Growing Reader

Summer Reading for Kids Ages 6 – 8

Dive into summer reading with some wonderful books for 6- to 8-year-olds to enjoy this season.

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Growing Reader
Tween

5 Innovative Ways To Use Graphic Novels as Teaching Tools

Check out these teacher-tested ways graphic novels can enrich instruction, boost student comprehension, and engage readers of all levels.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

Brightly’s Summer Reading Tracker & Challenge for Kids and Teens

Get more out of your child's summer reading with this free Rock 'n' Reading Adventure Park printable tracker, complete with challenges for a summer of book-filled fun!

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Growing Reader

15 Books That 6- to 8-Year-Old Boys Say Are Must-Reads

These books had 6- to 8-year-old boys raving, either because they made them laugh, were full of adventures, or were so exciting they had to keep reading.