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Grown-Up Reads

Moving Memoirs About Anxiety and Depression

Books can go a long way in reminding us that we're not alone. These memoirs offer real and insightful perspectives on struggles with anxiety and depression.

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Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

9 Standout Verse Novels for Kids and Teens Reading Below Grade Level

These novels for elementary schoolers, middle schoolers, and teens are standouts for their memorable characters and plots and the ways that the authors use verse to tell the stories.

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Growing Reader

Meet the Illustrator: Abby Hanlon

We went behind the scenes with author and illustrator Abby Hanlon to explore her fan-favorite Dory Fantasmagory series!

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Tween

No Grown-Ups in Sight: The Freedom of Middle Grade Adventures

In middle grade literature, and life, the ultimate fantasy is the freedom to do what you want, just you and maybe another kid, no grown-ups in sight.

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Tween

Bookshelf Must-Have: The Sand Warrior

Action-packed storytelling, amazing artwork, adventure, and magic combine in our latest Bookshelf Must-Have pick, an out-of-this-world graphic novel for tweens.

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Tween

Guys in Love: Great Reads for Tween Boys Who Are Crushing

One day they'll look back at the crushes, heartaches, and misunderstandings and laugh. Until then, these heartfelt and humorous books should see them through.

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Pre-K

7 Things You Didn’t Know About Preschool

It’s easy to get overwhelmed when you are looking for a preschool program and navigating the first years of school. Here are seven key things to know.

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Tween

Showing the Next Generation the Heroism and Courage of 9/11 Through Story

We chatted with Tom Rinaldi about adapting his book The Red Bandanna, a stunning biography of a young man who saved several lives on 9/11, for middle grade readers.

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Growing Reader
Tween

When Reading Is Hard: A New Way to Help Your Child Move Forward

How can parents support kids through reading challenges without adding to the pressure the child may already be feeling? A strength-based approach can help.

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Growing Reader

If You Haven’t Read These Dr. Seuss Books to Your Kids, You’re Missing Out

Are you missing out on some of Dr. Seuss's best books to read aloud to kids? See if you know these lesser-known, delightful-to-read stories.