Pre-K
Growing Reader
Jon Klassen and His Many Hats
Brightly caught up with author-illustrator Jon Klassen, known for his trilogy of books that begins with I Want My Hat Back, to talk about hats and what’s next.
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Pre-K
Brightly Storytime: Señorita Mariposa
Follow along as Latin Grammy award-winning children's musician Mister G reads aloud from his new picture book, Señorita Mariposa.
Just For Fun
23 Book-Inspired Halloween Costumes for Kids and Parents
Whether you’re looking for a Halloween costume for yourself, your elementary schooler, or your baby, there’s something great for every book lover here.
All Ages
The Best Children’s and YA Books of October 2019
October is packed with reads both delightful and profound — from picture books celebrating generosity and creativity to middle grade reads about the power of kindness.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Brightly Storytime: Dr. Seuss’s Spooky Things
Read along with Dr. Seuss's Spooky Things — a delightfully sweet Halloween treat for little readers, starring two of Seuss's most iconic characters.
Grown-Up Reads
Tips & Advice
Parenting a Dyslexic Child Takes Both Science and Faith
Mother and author of Bless This Mess, Ellen O'Donnell believes that when it comes to parenting, science and spirituality are not at odds with each other.
Grown-Up Reads
The Best Grown-Up Reads of September 2019
September’s best new book releases call for long stretches of reading time, so clear the calendar and make room in your TBR stack.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
October Reading Challenge for Kids
These 10 reading challenge ideas will have young readers haunting their bookshelves and exploring new stories all month long.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
My Tiny Pet Hilariously Explores Our Urge to Downsize
Mixing silliness and science, My Tiny Pet is the super cute story of one incredibly resourceful girl who uses creative thinking and a whole lot of tenacity to get a pet her family will always have room for.
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.
