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Grown-Up Reads

9 Brand-New Books to Read in October 2018

This month’s list of new fiction and nonfiction releases are sure to satisfy any literary cravings that arise at the official start of pumpkin spice season.

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Growing Reader
Tween

Enter to Win a Copy of The Unicorn Rescue Society: The Creature of the Pines

Enter for a chance to win The Unicorn Rescue Society: The Creature of the Pines by Adam Gidwitz, a fast-paced fantasy story filled with magical beasts.

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10 Nonfiction Books About Activism for Teens

Nonfiction books about activism can help inspire and support young adult readers who are interested in getting involved in their own communities and beyond.

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Lucy and the String Celebrates Childhood Creativity and Problem-Solving

Lucy and the String doesn’t try to squash that magical sparkle of curiosity by scaring children with big consequences. Instead, it encourages them to get creative and use problem-solving skills to make things right when they’ve made mistakes.

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A Printable Educator’s Guide to Matilda

The activities in these Common Core-aligned lesson plans emphasize reading comprehension and help young readers navigate Matilda’s tough topics.

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Growing Reader

My Walk Down Memory Lane with Corduroy

In the 50 years since its original publication, Don Freeman’s classic tale of a buttonless bear has consistently stood the test of time and appealed to young readers, generation after generation.

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Growing Reader

Listen Up! 3 Kid-Friendly Activities To Build Listening Skills

How can we help our chatty children understand that too much talking can get in the way of collaborating with those around them? Start with these fun, kid-friendly activities.

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Tips & Advice

Simple Ways to Build a Reading Routine Your Busy Family Can Enjoy

Fostering a love of reading in your child can be extremely helpful as they grow and learn — but it can be challenging to find time in overcrowded schedules. Here are some easy steps you can take to encourage yourself and your kids to make time for reading.

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Growing Reader
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Jennifer L. Holm’s Most Fantastic, Fun-Filled Kids’ Books

Whether you gravitate towards historical fiction, graphic novels, or something in between, you’ll adore these highlights from Jennifer L. Holm’s enormous collection of books.

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How Growing Up in a Ghost Town Inspired a Novel

The best ghost towns are full of stories, discoveries, mysteries, and possibilities — and that’s exactly what I found in the ghost town where I grew up.