Growing Reader
Tween
Passing the Funny Test: Inside the Illustration Process for Jake the Fake Keeps it Real
Keith Knight's task of creating 13 dozen illustrations based on Adam Mansbach's and Craig Robinson's story was daunting, to say the least! But he had a couple of secret weapons in his corner: his two sons.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
7 Books About the Songs That Have Shaped Our Lives — and History
Here are eight books featuring songs that are more than just melody — they are part of the fabric of our country's politics, protests, and culture.
Tips & Advice
Rethinking Reading Levels: Some Practical Advice from the Experts
Confused by the "rules" around reading levels? You're not alone. The co-authors of The Psychology of Reading share some valuable insights.
Tween
The Best Bookish Birthday Gifts for Tweens
If you’re in the market for an impactful gift for the tween in your life, look right here, at these nine book choices — everything from classics to fresh new takes that are great for 9- to 12-year-olds.
Tween
What Can the President Do? Answers from the Creators of the Who Was? Series
The rapid-fire pace of breaking news these days can bring up lots of questions for kids — about how our government works, who does what, and why. The folks behind the bestselling Who Was? series have created a new series of e-specials to answer some of those questions. You can read the first installment, What Can a President Really Do?, in full — and for free! — right here.
Teen
11 Touching Books to Boost Empathy in Teen Readers
Author Michel Stone and her daughter share their favorite perspective-broadening reads for teens and young adults.
Just For Fun
Romancing the Library: The Place Where My Love for Books Began
In celebration of National Library Week, author Christine Feehan shares the story of her first big love affair: reading at the library.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
The Funniest Audiobooks for Families
We’ve selected some of our favorite funny audiobooks narrated by stellar readers who bring these stories to life in a way that’s appealing to the whole family.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Bookshelf Must-Have: The Poky Little Puppy
Our latest Bookshelf Must-Have pick is a true classic. Beloved by generation after generation of readers, The Poky Little Puppy is as charming, sweet, and stylish today as it was when it was first published in 1942.
Just For Fun
Tips & Advice
Why Dictionaries Still Matter for Kids Today
Yes, online references make homework easier and faster for kids, but there is a case to be made for meandering through the alphabet with a print dictionary.