Tips & Advice
Save the Childrenâs Important Literacy Work Here at Home and How to Help
Save the Childrenâs early childhood advisor, Judith Jerald, shares the important work the organization is doing to support early childhood education and literacy in the U.S.
Grown-Up Reads
Fall Into Reading: The Best Books of Fall 2015
This fall is an embarrassment of riches for any reader. There are just so. many. good. books! Here are some of the ones we can't wait to crack open.
Tween
Teen
Why Txtng Is OK for Kids âș
Youâve likely heard that texting is destroying our childrenâs ability to communicate. But what if texting is enhancing the language rather than destroying it?
Teen
YA Preview: The 23 Books Teens Should Be Excited About This Fall
While our dream reading list for fall could probably get into the triple digits, hereâs a short selection of YA books teens should be especially eager to read.
Tween
16 Books Tweens Can Look Forward to This Fall
Get ready for kids who turn green, unexpected spies, ghosts, scientific breakthroughs, and a nod to the classics. Here are the best new middle grade books coming out this fall.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
How to Help Ease Your Child’s First Day of School Jitters
Author Natasha Wing shares tips to help kids open up about their feelings about starting school for the first time or returning to a new grade.
Tween
The Insiderâs Guide to Circus Mirandus
Author Cassie Beasley takes us inside the tents, magic, and mysteries of Circus Mirandus.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
26 Picture Books You Wonât Want to Miss This Fall
Fall 2015 is packed with eagerly anticipated sequels, new creations from beloved authors, debuts from talented first time writers/illustrators, and more.
Teen
Mom’s Cheat Sheet: The Fault in Our Stars
If you haven't read the biggest teen romance to hit bookshelves (and movie theaters) in years, this handy cheat sheet will get you all caught up.
Baby & Toddler
Making the Transition from Board Books to Paper Books
These six ideas may help make the transition from board books to paper books â which is both exhilarating and terrifying â a little smoother for both of you.