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The Year of Talking About Possums: A Chat with Holly Goldberg Sloan and Gary Rosen

Read on for a sweet Q&A with the funny, creative couple behind the delightful new book, Appleblossom the Possum.

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Growing Reader
Tween

The Ultimate Elementary School Reads: A Perfect Book for Every Grade

If you’re looking to match your kid up with the perfect book for their grade, here are some suggestions that truly capture the elementary school experience.

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What I’ve Learned from the Books My Kids Love

Here are four things I’ve learned about my sons through the books that have grabbed their attention and won their affection.

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Growing Reader

At-Home Reading Activities for 6-Year-Olds

Help your 6-year-old child grow into an expert reader with these fun, at-home reading activities.

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Meet the Illustrator: Judy Schachner

Skippyjon Jones author Judy Schachner discusses the artists and habits that influence her work and the importance of supporting children’s enthusiasm for learning.

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Tween

17 Grown-Up Books Tweens Can Read

From science fiction to narrative nonfiction, here are “grown-up books” that are appropriate, fun, and enriching for tween readers.

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Pre-K

7 Beyond-the-Book Ways to Hook Preschoolers on Reading

Games and activities are a great way to extend the joy of reading into other aspects of your child's life. Here are some easy ones to try at home.

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Tween

Books as Bridges to the Cold War and Beyond: A Chat with Author Gayle Rosengren

Author Gayle Rosengren discusses the historical setting for her newest novel for middle grade readers, Cold War on Maplewood Street, shares her dream pen pal, her new favorite book, and more.

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Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

How to Talk to Kids About Race: Books and Resources That Can Help

Sharing stories can be a powerful tool for talking about the complex realities of race, particularly in trying times. Here are a few resources and books to help foster conversation, empathy, and understanding with the young people in your lives.

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At-Home Reading Activities for 5-Year-Olds

Consider this your five-minute cram session for reading activities you can do at home with your 5-year-old to help them become a reader.