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Just For Fun

11 of the Best Moms in Children’s Literature

We asked our contributors to share some of their best-loved mothers in children's literature. Here are the ma's, mothers, and grandmas — kind, funny, smart, and strong — who've touched their hearts.

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Tween

Seawater in the Veins and Words in the Heart: A Q&A with Lauren Wolk

Lauren Wolk, author of Wolf Hollow and Beyond the Bright Sea, chatted with us about her books' vibrant settings and characters, and shared the books she's loved reading most with her family.

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Tween

Bookshelf Must-Have: Funny Girl

Looking for some LOL stories for your tween? Our new Bookshelf Must-Have pick is overflowing with giggles, chuckles, and snorty laughs, too.

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Grown-Up Reads

How to Take a Pause as a Parent: 7 Simple Breaks to Incorporate into Your Everyday Routine

Pausing is easy, simple, and, best of all, costs nothing! Whether you take one minute or 15, these daily pauses can help you feel calm and rejuvenated.

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Growing Reader

Using Your Bravery: A Q&A with Gaia Cornwall, Author-Illustrator of Jabari Jumps

It takes a bit of bravery to move outside your comfort zone and try something new. That’s the central message of a new children’s book, Jabari Jumps, by Gaia Cornwall.

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Growing Reader

Brightly Storytime: How to Get Your Teacher Ready

Settle in and enjoy How to Get Your Teacher Ready, a new picture book that joyfully celebrates all that educators know and do for their students.

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Grown-Up Reads

What Does ‘Mom’ Mean Now That They’re Grown?

What role does a mother play once her kids become adults? Author Kate Marshall shares her work-in-progress list of what it means to be a mom to grown-up kids.

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Growing Reader
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Read These, You Will: Star Wars Books for Every Kind of Kid

No matter what kind of reader your young Jedi is, there's a Star Wars book to match. From crafty kids to super fans, we've rounded up some of the best.

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Growing Reader
Tween

The Books Kids Say Are the Best to Read with Their Moms

The cozy combination of mom plus a book is a wonderful way to end any day — especially Mother’s Day. In honor of this special day, we asked kids and moms about their favorite books to read together. You'll find plenty of great ideas for storytime in their sweet and unique responses.

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Grown-Up Reads

16 of the Best New Books of Summer 2017

As we look toward summer, we're already daydreaming about all the great new books we're excited to pick up. Grab some sunglasses and a glass of lemonade, and kick back with one of these grown-up reads this summer.