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Teen

The Best YA Thriller & Suspense Novels of All Time

Whether you enjoy chills running up your spine or piecing together the clues in a murder case, these fast-paced YA thrillers will satisfy your hunger for something on the darker side.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Wonderful Picture Books That Celebrate Grandparents

The special relationship between a child and their grandparent is worth celebrating. These picture books make wonderful gifts that both grandparents and children will love for years to come.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader

Hidden Fun! 13 of the Best Seek-and-Find Books for Kids

Great for long afternoons at home or car rides, these super fun seek-and-find books are sure to keep kids occupied and engaged.

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Tween

12 Extra-Exciting Action-Adventure Books With Girls at the Center

If the tween in your life is hooked on stories about adventurous girls with exciting quests and nail-biting danger, these middle grade novels will deliver.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Perfectly Imperfect: Children’s Books About Overcoming Perfectionism

Remind kids that life is messy and wildly imperfect with these books that embrace making mistakes and imperfections.

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Baby & Toddler

14 Must-Have Books for 2-Year-Olds

In need of some go-to stories for your little one? We've rounded up 14 essential books for 2-year-olds, sure to be loved by kiddos and parents alike.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

Quiz: What Book Should Your Child Read This Summer?

Need help picking the perfect summer read for your child? Take our fun quiz to discover their next favorite book!

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

Redeem Free Books With Kellogg’s Feeding Reading Program

Kellogg’s wants to help fuel kids’ minds and bodies for back-to-school success! Between now and September 30, 2025, get one free book from Penguin Random House when you buy any participating Kellogg's product.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

Best Learning Workbooks for Pre-K and Elementary Students

Whether you’re a parent or caregiver looking to prevent learning loss or simply trying to fill in the time that would usually be taken up by other activities, here are some of the best workbooks for kids in preschool and elementary school.

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Teen

Captivating Historical Fiction for Teens

In this list of historical YA novels, you'll find riveting stories about war, royalty, the quest for freedom, and events that changed history.