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Pre-K

How Author Derrick Barnes Prepared His Son for Kindergarten and Beyond

It's summer time, and the “Daddy’s Summer Get-Right Academic Camp” is in full effect.

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Tween

Diverse Tween Reads for Your School Library

As educators, we want books that open windows into the lives of other people, cultures, experiences, and lifestyles for our students.

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All Ages

Science You Can Eat: How to Make Instant Ice Cream

Need ice cream fast? Feeling lazy? Have some frozen strawberries? This super-quick recipe from Science You Can Eat by Stefan Gates is so simple it’s almost unbelievable.

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Tween

There’s a Who Was? Book for That

There's a Who Was? book to match any tween's interests — from Alexander Hamilton to Serena Williams, the Wild West to the Great Pyramids!

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Teen

19 Highly-Anticipated YA Books to Read in Fall 2019

Get ready to swoon, smile, cry, and white-knuckle your way through this lineup of books for teens. 

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Tween

15 Fantastic Middle Grade Books Hitting Shelves in Fall 2019

From a poignant World War II graphic novel to books containing magic, friendship, humor, and even some scares, the fall season brings with it a good book (or three) for every kind of reader.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

17 Must-Read Picture Books of Fall 2019

Whether you love whimsical picture books or stories that teach a lesson, you’ll be delighted with the beautiful and inspiring books coming out this fall.

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Tween

Why It’s Important to Talk To Your Child About Racism and Hate

The ultimate goal is to uplift, support, and affirm each child in an increasingly complicated world, and to send the message that there is no room for hate.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

7 Beautiful Picture Books to Help Kids Understand Death

Whether it’s the passing of a beloved pet, friend, or loved one, every child has to cope with death at some point. These beautiful picture books will help your child process their sadness and understand why death happens.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

11 Silly Things That Siblings Fight About

New York Times-bestselling duo Jennifer and Matthew Holm, creators of The Evil Princess vs. the Brave Knight, recall the things they fought over growing up — things that brothers and sisters still fight about today.