Pre-K
Growing Reader
Children’s Books That Celebrate Strength and Resilience in the Face of Life’s Challenges
Pictures books are a simple yet powerful tool for discussing myriad difficult topics and providing kids with models for coping with tough situations of all kinds.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
6 Sweet Picture Books Perfect for Single Moms and Their Families
These children's books offer wonderful stories and messages for the millions of perfectly whole and happy families that happen to be led by single moms.
Tween
Teen
How Creativity Can Help Kids Find Their Way
Children sometimes lack the complicated language to explain why they are hurting. Creative outlets and art forms can often take its place and make expression simpler.
Just For Fun
8 Brutal Truths of Raising a Book-Loving Kid
I always wished for my kids to be book lovers. While I’d never say I’ve lived to regret my wish, there are a few things about raising a book lover that can take some getting used to.
Tween
Teen
Naama Bloom of HelloFlo Talks Periods, Puberty — and Her New Book
We caught up with author Naama Bloom to talk about HelloFlo, her frank, funny, and fact-forward new book about puberty for girls.
Tween
Enter to Win a Copy of Hoot
We’re giving away five copies of Carl Hiaasen’s Hoot, an inspiring coming-of-age story guaranteed to hook middle grade readers.
Baby & Toddler
The Best Baby Names from Sci-Fi and Fantasy Literature
From the whimsical to the classic, these awesome baby names are inspired by some of our favorite characters from fantasy and sci-fi books.
Growing Reader
Chocolate Nut Clusters and The Gruffalo — A Perfect Recipe and Read-Aloud Pairing
What goes great with storytime? Snacks! The Trim Healthy Mamas suggest pairing this tasty treat with a delightful story and watching the smiles spread.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen
9 Hair-Raising Halloween Audiobooks
We have goofy audiobooks for your little listeners, creepier action-packed tales for your middle grader, and suspenseful stories for your teen.
Tween
Remembering Charlotte’s Web at 65
Charlotte’s Web celebrates its 65th anniversary this year. How many of us remember well the first time we read or heard this beloved story?