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Teen

Everyone’s Story Deserves to Be Told: Malaka Gharib’s Version of the American Dream

NPR journalist Malaka Gharib’s debut graphic novel tells the story of her unique childhood and highlights why it's important to see yourself reflected in books.

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All Ages

Memorable and Meaningful: On Giving Books Over Toys This Holiday Season

Books remain a popular holiday gift, right up there with clothing and toys — so even if the “Four Gift Rule,” or my all-book alternative, won’t work for your family, remember: there’s always room for more books under the tree.

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Growing Reader
Tween

Brightly’s Book Club for Kids: The Creature of the Pines

The Unicorn Rescue Society: The Creature of the Pines is a fun-filled, lightning-fast novel for young readers — packed with action, adventure, and mythical creatures.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

12 Funny Children’s Books Starring Silly, Lovable Monsters

Young readers will surely enjoy these side-splitting illustrated stories that brilliantly show off just how funny monsters can be.

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Pre-K

Now Eat This: 8 Food-tastic Books for Picky Eaters

Got a picky eater on your hands? These food-loving books may just convince them to try something new.

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Grown-Up Reads

Ups, Downs, and Everything In-Between: 11 Great Books About Female Friendships

Studies show that having true friends helps us in many ways. Here are a few books that celebrate the joy (and heartbreak) of friendship.

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Tween

Enter to Win a Collection of Who Was? Books

Want to dive into these fun and fact-filled reads? We’re giving one lucky winner a set of 50 books from the series!

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Pre-K

13 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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Pre-K

Why Pre-Readers Should Get to Enjoy Books Independently

Empowering young children to spend time independently looking at books positions reading as a source of worthy entertainment, whether or not an adult is available to read aloud.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

Nifty Tips for Reading Nonfiction Aloud to Your Child

Nonfiction has a higher value beyond its ability to assist in the writing of school reports or detailing the steps of a science experiment. Today’s nonfiction is sure to stimulate kids’ natural curiosity about the world around them.