Growing Reader
Author Kelly Starling Lyons on Daring to Shine Like Jada Jones
In a world where popularity can take center stage, we sometimes forget to remind kids of the shine they hold inside. Kelly Starling Lyons' Jada Jones series aims to show kids that they are rock stars, class acts, scientists, and dancing queens just like Jada.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
16 Far Out Space Books for Future Astronauts
These out-of-this-world reads can help your budding astronaut explore life in outer space … from the safety of home.
All Ages
Fostering a Love of Reading Through Booktalk
One often-overlooked way to spark and kindle a love of reading in children is through booktalk. Sharing the experiences that move us and change us — such as reading a good story — gives them added importance.
All Ages
The Best Children’s and YA Books of July 2019
From a picture book about sharing to a young adult book that spans multiple generations, there's something for everyone in our round up of the best books of the month.
Tween
Scary Books for Tweens to Read by the Campfire
If your kids love reading terrifying tales that keep them up at night, you’re in the right place. Grab the s’more stuff and a few of these bone-chilling books for a night your kids won’t forget!
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
9 Kids’ Books That Help Promote Healthy Habits
Books are a fabulous way to encourage healthy habits and suggest new ideas to try. We’ve rounded up nine titles to get you started.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
My Heart: An Ode to Ever-Changing Emotions
Corinna Luyken’s gorgeous, lyrical picture book My Heart is a great primer on love and emotions, tackling these big ideas in a simple and comforting way for readers of all ages.
Grown-Up Reads
The Best Grown-Up Reads of June 2019
June’s best new reads for adults feature a breathtaking family novel, lavish historical fiction, and dark, comedic memoirs. Sound like an epic month of reading? We agree!
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Brightly Storytime: Max Explains Everything: Soccer Expert
Settle in and read along with Max Explains Everything: Soccer Expert, a hilarious picture book guide to the game of soccer.
Teen
Pride is Much More Than a Month
Author James Brandon discusses the origins of Pride, his new young adult novel, "Ziggy, Stardust and Me," and why it's important to embrace LGBTQIA+ history.