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Tween

Ask the Librarians: What Sci-Fi Books Are Good for 9-Year-Olds, But Not Too Scary?

The librarians at the New York Public Library answer your questions. This time: great books for young sci-fi fans that won't keep them up at night.

10 Points on the Power of Poetry
Tips & Advice

10 Points on the Power of Poetry

Reading and writing poetry remind us that language is not just something we learn; it’s something we actively take part in making.

Squeeze Reads
Grown-Up Reads

Squeeze Reads: Great Books for the Time-Crunched

These are the kind of reads that can be nibbled on in short bites, that proceed at a fast clip, or aren’t too long. In short, perfect for busy parents!

The First Books I Wanted to Read to My Baby
Baby & Toddler

The First Books I Wanted to Read to My New Baby

Janssen Bradshaw shares the eight books she most wanted to read to her new baby girl.

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Growing Reader

A Reader’s Best Friend: The Many Benefits of Reading with Animals

Reading to a dog, or any pet, gives children a safe environment to practice their reading, make mistakes, and grow as a reader. Plus, it's fun!

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Growing Reader
Tween

When Bigger Is Better: 8 Unforgettable Books About Big Families

Big families make for ready-made playmates, great adventures, and exciting stories. From silly to sweet, these eight families are ones you'll remember.

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Teen

Thumbs Up From Dad: Arwen Elys Dayton’s Seeker

Seeker passed my first personal test — it sounded interesting. And it passed my first dad test, too — it sounded like it had a strong female protagonist.

Going Ape Books
Pre-K
Growing Reader

Going Ape for Reading: 11 Great Gorilla Books

Check out these delightful stories in which gorillas deliver pizza, make new friends, ride the subway, and even solve crimes.

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Baby & Toddler

The Very Personal Story Behind Melissa Marr’s Bunny Roo, I Love You

Author Melissa Marr shares the life-changing experience that inspired her to write her latest book.

Score an Easy Parenting Win
Grown-Up Reads
Tips & Advice

Score an Easy Parenting Win: Read to Your Kids

Reading to your kids is a win-win-win. It's easy, it's educational, and it doesn't require parents to pretend-play or even move their tired bodies.