Tween
If Your Kid Loved From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler, They’ll Love These 5 Other Art History Mysteries
Spice up a family trip to the museum with an art history mystery! Here are five superb examples for middle-grade readers to savor.
Tween
How to Get Tweens Writing This Summer
From the right supplies to our downloadable writing prompts, here are some creative strategies to encourage your child's writing.
Grown-Up Reads
Summer Lovin’: 8 Steamy Books for the Hot Days Ahead
From the scandalous to the dangerous, from the quiet to the true, there is something to fill your every desire in this list of summer-ready romantic reads.
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen
Judy Blume Forever: The Perfect Blume Book at Every Age
If you or your children haven’t yet discovered the magic of Judy Blume's timeless stories, we’ve made it easy for you with our “Best of Blume” list.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
6 Fantastic Kids Books by Authors Who Usually Write for Adults
Here are six excellent children’s books – written for kids of various ages – that all come from authors best known for their grown-up offerings.
Just For Fun
8 Ways to Upcycle Your Old Books Into Cute Crafts and Gifts
Here are some great craft projects to try your hand at if you’ve got a stack of old books begging to be turned into something new and beautiful!
Tween
5 Middle Grade Series You’ve Gotta Read (With or Without Your Kid)
I love reading middle grade books. They’re so darn good, and smart, and clever, and many have strong female characters. Here are five series you'll love.
Tween
Fun Ways to Build Kids’ Writing and Grammar Skills + Free Printables
Playing with words is fun, and it’s a great way to build kids' reading, writing, and grammar skills. Here's how to get your kids engaged with wordplay.
Tips & Advice
Putting My Monkey to Bed: The Sleep Time Struggles and Successes That Inspired My Latest Story
Author Gennifer Choldenko's son loved playing, crawling, building, and climbing; what he didn’t love was sleeping.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
14 Superb Shark Books for Hungry Readers
Have a shark-loving kid on your hands? Here is a list of amazing shark books – both funny and informative – kids can sink their teeth into.