Tween
20 of the Most Buzzed-About Middle Grade Books of 2018
Tweens had a lot to explore in 2018, including middle grade books from debut authors and new releases from major players like Dave Eggers, Wendy Mass, and Rebecca Stead.
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Growing Reader
20 Must-Read Picture Books of 2018
This year has boasted a diverse collection of amazing picture books that celebrate wisdom, trailblazing, imagination, and love in all its many forms.
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Growing Reader
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Teen
Jacqueline Woodson’s Most Beautiful, Impactful Books for Young Readers
Jacqueline Woodson has made a career out of breaking down barriers and smashing glass ceilings for children and teens through her remarkable writing. Here are some of our favorite books written by the unparalleled author.
Tips & Advice
How Books Can Help Parents Tackle Tough Topics with Kids
While my daughters and I enjoy reading for fun and entertainment, I’m grateful that books can also encourage us to dig deeper and explore topics that can be tough to talk about with kids.
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Growing Reader
Good Ideas Are Like Shooting Stars: A Chat with Author-Illustrator Jan Brett
Jan Brett, the author of so many wintry classics, chatted with us about why observation, boredom, and discovery are important for all readers and creators, young and old.
Tween
Teen
Bookshelf Must-Have: Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice: A Book-to-Table Classic
Our newest Bookshelf Must-Have pick is a timeless tale that has captured the hearts of readers for over 200 years with its admirable heroine and unlikely romance — and this stunning, gift-worthy edition adds a new (delicious!) twist.
Just For Fun
10 Times When a Book Is a Better Gift Than a Toy
Do you know what makes a great substitute for toys in almost any gift-giving situation? Books! Here are ten times when buying a book instead of another brightly hued hunk of plastic is definitely the way to go.
All Ages
The Best Children’s and YA Books of December 2018
December is upon us and alongside the colder climes are new stories to interest fans of picture books, middle grade books, and young adult books.
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Growing Reader
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Teen
8 Wonderful Books by Joseph Bruchac for Children and Teens
Joseph Bruchac’s stories honor human complexity and connection in ways that entertain, inspire, and move readers at every stage. Here are just a few of our favorites in the massive Bruchac canon.
All Ages
The Best Boxed Book Sets for Children and Teens
Consider sharing one of these fun book sets — ranging from board and picture books to middle grade and young adult stories — with the child or teen in your life.
