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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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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
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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Pre-K
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!

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

Kids' Books About Indian History and Culture

Introduce kids to India’s rich heritage with books that celebrate its folktales, traditions, and history.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Books for Fans of Harold and the Purple Crayon

If you’re delighted by Harold and the Purple Crayon each time you revisit it, here are several more books we think you’ll enjoy just as much.

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Teen

Classics That Won’t Have Your Teen Reaching for the CliffsNotes

Classic literature can feel intimidating for teens Here are a few works of classic literature that that teens will find both engaging and accessible.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K

Not-So-Scary Picture Books for Halloween

These festive picture books are a surefire way to get your children into the Halloween spirit without giving them nightmares.

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Tween
Teen

Banned & Challenged Books Every Tween and Teen Should Read

Ideas in books can ignite discovery, encourage empathy, and offer solace. With that in mind, here are 25 banned books worth reading for their ideas.