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I Let My 9-Year-Old Read The Ocean at the End of the Lane and Other Parenting Confessions
Tween

I Let My 9-Year-Old Read The Ocean at the End of the Lane and Other Parenting Confessions

When my husband announced that he’d given our eldest daughter The Ocean at the End of the Lane, I thought okay. He knows what he’s doing. Then I read the book. And I felt rather guilty indeed.

Q and A with Claire Keane
Pre-K

From Disney to Dream Life: Author and Illustrator Claire Keane Brings Family Magic to Her First Picture Book

Claire Keane talks about her book, the relationships between mothers and daughters, and how she makes her work-life balance work.

Books for Kids Whose Parents Are Splitting Up
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

7 of the Best Children’s Books About Divorce and Separation

Children's books about divorce or separation can be a helpful tool to help kids make sense of what's happening, process and talk about their feelings.

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Tips & Advice

Easy Ways to Build Your Child’s Love of Reading Every Day

We chatted with Daniel T. Willingham, author of Raising Kids Who Read, to see to see how busy parents can help foster a love of reading in their children.

Oh the Places You'll Go
Just For Fun

6 Vacation Destinations for Children’s Literature Fans

With a little effort, you can plan a vacation to the incredible real-life destinations found in famous children’s books.

5 Ways Reading Matters to Kids Health
Tips & Advice

5 Ways Reading Matters to Kids’ Health

Reading and health go hand in hand throughout life. The road to becoming a happy reader and healthy kid starts at birth, and the benefits last a lifetime.

Meet the Illustrator: Erin Eitter Kono
Pre-K

Meet the Illustrator: Erin Eitter Kono

In today's Meet the Illustrator feature we hear from Erin Eitter Kono, author and illustrator of the charming and cheerful Caterina books.

Disastrous Fictional Parents
Just For Fun
Grown-Up Reads

The 5 Most Disastrous Parents…in Fiction

As much as I try to be a good mother, the parents I like reading about are usually disastrously bad. Here are my top five worst fictional parents for when you feel like laughing — or crying.

Stop Fighting, Kids! Everyday Activities That Help Siblings Get Along
Grown-Up Reads
Tips & Advice

Stop Fighting, Kids! Everyday Activities That Help Siblings Get Along

What types of activities promote sibling bonding? Almost any kind, as long as they meet these three criteria.

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Just For Fun

Brightly Readers Share Their Favorite Storytime Moments

Often the most precious memories you have with your child are the times spent snuggled up together with a book. Here are some of the special moments you shared with us!