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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

Bookishly Fun Puzzles and Games for Kids and Teens

Looking for some screen-free activities to keep your kids occupied? Here are some fantastic books and puzzles that you’ll want to have on hand.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K

All the Best Bluey Books for Young Fans of the Show

From activity books to holiday celebrations and family stories to memorable moments from the show, these books are perfect for your little Bluey fan!

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

The Best New Children’s & YA Books of December

Whether you’re looking for a last-minute holiday gift or something for your kid to read over the winter break, you’ll find plenty of excellent ideas on this list.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

2024’s Best Audiobooks for Kids & Teens

From Kristen Bell's joyful reading of Pictureface Lizzy to an immersive full-cast narration of Sabaa Tahir's Heir, check out Listening Library's top audiobook picks of the year.

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Teen

The Best YA Books of 2024

Find 19 fast-paced, heartfelt, and thrilling reads you're sure to love in this list of the year's best young adult books.

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Growing Reader
Tween

The Best Middle Grade & Chapter Books of 2024

Featuring adventure stories, laugh-out-loud reads, and books that tackle real-life situations, here are the years' most notable chapter and middle grade books.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader

The Best Picture Books of 2024

If your family is looking for a new read as the year draws to a close, here are some of our favorite picture books of 2024. 

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Tween

Sad Books Say So Much: 8 Books That Give Fourth and Fifth Graders All the Feels

When kids are asked about their favorite genre, many of them say, “I love sad books.” Here are some of the best kid-recommended “sad” reads.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Fun and Funny Picture Books by Celebrity Authors

Writing a good children’s book requires a fair amount of skill and wild genius. These multi-talented celebrities have what it takes.

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All Ages

The Best New Children’s & YA Books of November

From cheerful picture books to fast-paced adventure novels, we have your reading needs covered with this month’s best books.