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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader

Uplifting Children’s Books About Black Hair

From kinks and coils to afros and cornrows, the Black children in these empowering picture books are proud to rock their natural hair.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

Terrific Books That Introduce Coding to Children

You can thank us later when your kids grow up to become technology billionaires.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

15 Essential Classics for Beginning Readers

These timeless tales will appeal to readers young and old alike. They’re the classic books you’ll pull off your shelves over and over again.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Tips for Being a Guest Reader in Your Child’s Classroom

We are here to help guide you through having the best guest reading experience possible with a few tips and book recommendations packed with kid appeal!

Library card perks you've never heard of
All Ages

11 Library Card Perks You’ve Never Heard Of

A library card makes so much available to people of all ages. Check out these little-known library card perks that go way beyond checking out books.

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Baby & Toddler

Tougher Than Your Toddler: Robust Lift-the-Flap Books

There’s nothing quite as sad as a lift-the-flap book that doesn’t have any flaps left. These books will stand up to grabby little hands read after read.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

The Best Children’s and YA Books of September

From gorgeous picture books by celebrity authors to action-packed YA novels, Here are the most exciting books coming your way this month.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Wonderful Picture Books That Celebrate Grandparents

The special relationship between a child and their grandparent is worth celebrating. These picture books make wonderful gifts that both grandparents and children will love for years to come.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

A Love-Filled Recipe To Connect Generations of Foodies

For author Jenny Torres Sanchez, every bite of her Abuelito Ramon’s arroz con leche tastes like love, family, and heritage.

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Tween
Teen

Mentoring vs. Monitoring Your Kids on Social Media

See these tips on how building an honest, and open relationship with your child is the best defense against the digital issues kids face.