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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
6 Creative Storytelling Games for Kids
These storytelling games can aid in a child’s neurological development, spark creative thinking, improve vocabulary, encourage imagination, improve listening skills, and develop literacy.
Baby & Toddler
The Surprising (and Scientifically Proven) Benefit of Reading to Toddlers
A recent Rutger's University study found that reading aloud to young children benefits both the parents and children.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Brightly Storytime: Milk Goes to School
Brightly's latest storytime explores the first day of school, which can be both exciting and scary.
All Ages
The Best Children’s and YA Books of August 2019
Packed with heart, humor, and stellar prose, this month’s best new releases are delightfully unmissable.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Perfectly Buggy Insect Books for the Classroom
These eight titles are reliable options to spark children’s interest in insects, build background knowledge, and share big ideas — before the subjects crawl away.