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9 Bits of Mom Wisdom Shared by Brightly Readers
We asked Brightly readers to share the best bits of wisdom passed down to them by their moms. These were some of the best answers we heard.
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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
How to Throw a Make Way for Ducklings Party
Make way! Ducklings — er, we mean birthday kid coming through! Check out our fun book-themed ideas — from treats and décor to crafts and games.
Growing Reader
Tween
Meet the Illustrator: Jarrett J. Krosoczka
When Jarrett J. Krosoczka isn't thinking up hilarious plot twists in his Lunch Lady graphic novel series, he writes and illustrates a variety of picture and middle grade books, and hosts “The Book Report with JJK."
Pre-K
Growing Reader
7 Picture Books for Children Moving to a New Home
A few picture books go a long way to opening a discussion and helping children know what to expect before the big moving day.
All Ages
The Book’s the Thing: Shakespeare for Kids of All Ages
Books inspired by the Bard! These fun retellings can help make Shakespeare accessible and entertaining to kids and young adults.
Just For Fun
5 Fun Parenting Lessons from the Animal Kingdom
These sweet, funny, and oh-so-real animal facts prove that there are parenting lessons to be found among all species — humans, bees, and sharks alike.
Baby & Toddler
The Best Shakespeare-Inspired Baby Names
Shakespeare’s plays are rife with beautiful, meaningful names that would make for great present-day baby names.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Meet the Illustrator: Hudson Talbott
Hudson Talbott, author-illustrator of Picturing America: Thomas Cole and the Birth of American Art, discusses why he shares humor through art, the value of encyclopedias, and more.
Growing Reader
Tween
Class Read-Alouds Teachers and Kids Will Adore
The right class read-aloud (one that both students and teachers enjoy) can spark a love affair with books or introduce new interests in children.
Growing Reader
Tween
Traveling the World with Magic Tree House: A Q&A with Mary Pope Osborne
With more than 50 books, the Magic Tree House series has inspired kids everywhere to pick up a book and join Jack and Annie on their adventures through time and space.
