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All Ages

The Brightly Editors’ Favorite Books of 2019

It’s almost 2020! And that means we’re taking a look back at the books we loved most this year.

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Growing Reader

It Isn’t Winter Without Our Favorite Jan Brett Books

Filled with Scandinavian woolens, snowy landscapes, and holiday cheer, here are eight of our family’s favorite winter-themed Jan Brett books that I suspect will have many nodding in agreement.

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All Ages

The Best Children’s and YA Books of December 2019

As we dive into the holiday season, make sure your kids have plenty of reading material to enjoy over a cozy winter vacation.

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Growing Reader
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Kids’ Audiobooks Perfect for Listening and Gifting This Holiday Season

Give the young readers in your life the gift of audiobooks this holiday season with some of our favorites for all ages.

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All Ages

Heartwarming Kids’ Books That Celebrate Adoption

Chances are, you know someone whose life has been blessed by adoption. These heartwarming books for kids and teens honor adoption in all its forms.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

How To Create Your Own Book Advent Calendar

A delightful countdown to Christmas, book Advent calendars let you cozy up with the family and read a story every night.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Brightly Storytime: There’s an Elf in Your Book

We're gearing up for Christmas with a special reading of There's an Elf in Your Book, a hands-on picture book that's full of holiday fun.

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Grown-Up Reads

The Best Grown-Up Reads of November 2019

November’s best new books for the grown-up crowd are a (seasonally appropriate) cornucopia of reads.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Celebrate Picture Book Month

To celebrate Picture Book Month and our love for these great books, we've rounded up a list of some of our favorite picture book collections.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Books to Teach Kids About Giving to Others

Explore these inspiring children's books that demonstrate how we can give our best every day and in every possible way.