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Growing Reader

The 50 Best Books for 7- and 8-Year-Olds

What are the best books for 7-year-olds and 8-year-olds? Our panel of experts list their top 50 children's books for developing readers.

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Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

Books To Celebrate Native American Heritage Month

These stories offer young readers an opportunity to learn more about the rich and complex history of Indigenous peoples in North America.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Books To Help Kids Who Are Scared of the Dark

For little ones who fear things that go bump in the night, try reading these reassuring stories to make the dark seem a little less frightening.

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Tween
Teen

16 Thrilling Time Travel Books for Tweens and Teens

These books for middle grade and young adult readers that explore new eras and other realities run the gamut — from love stories and family dramas to adventures and horror tales.

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Growing Reader
Tween

Tiler Peck on Ballet, Big Dreams, and Her New Book XO Ballerina Big Sis

Tiler Peck is a principal dancer with the New York City Ballet and is one of the top ballerinas working …

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Books To Show Kids How To Be a Friend

From meeting people who are different than you to figuring how to share, there's lots involved in being a friend. These books can help show kids the way.

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Growing Reader

Día de los Muertos Books for Kids

Celebrate the Day of the Dead, a cherished Mexican holiday, with these vibrant and entertaining reads.

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All Ages

Halloween Books & Activities for All Ages

From festive books to frighteningly fun activities, there are so many ways to make this holiday a blast for the whole family.

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Tween

13 Scary Books for Middle Grade Readers

If your tween is ready for stories with thrills and chills, these middle grade books are creepy, fun, and doable for younger horror fans.

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Growing Reader

23 Fun Reading Games for Kids

A fun way to improve reading skills is by playing reading games. And many of these reading games are free!