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teacher appreciation
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

6 Books to Thank a Teacher in Your Life

Teacher Appreciation Week is a week to celebrate and honor teachers everywhere for the work they do! From inspiring teachers to a special thank you from a favorite children’s book character, these books make great gifts to say thanks to a teacher in your life during Teacher Appreciation Week, or any week!

Chapter Book Champions

Take the Chapter Book Challenge and Earn a Gold Medal!

We want to make it a little easier, and a lot more fun, to raise kids who love to read. …

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Happy Holidays from Brightly!

May the delights of the season include plenty of special stories shared with those near and dear to you. Happy Holidays from all of us at Brightly!

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Growing Reader

Meet the Experts Behind the 50 Best Books for 7- and 8-Year-Olds List

Each book on our list of the 50 Best Books for 7- and 8-Year-Olds was carefully selected by a group of children's literature experts. Learn more about these kids' lit enthusiasts here.

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2014: The Kids’ Literary Year in Review

It’s been a big year for children’s literature – a really big year. And now that we’re looking 2015 in …

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Our Commenting Code of Conduct

We love comments and encourage lively discussions. We want to make sure, though, that these conversations are safe, sane, and …

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How to Answer Your Child’s Questions About Santa Claus

Author Eric Kaplan offers some helpful and hilarious answers to kids' questions about Santa Claus.

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Santa’s Best: 11 Great Holiday Gifts for Book Lovers

Books lovers can be hard to shop for. This year, delight your favorite bibliphile with one of these great book themed-gifts.

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Meet the Experts Behind the 50 Best Books for 5- and 6-Year-Olds List

Each book on our list of the 50 Best Books for 5- and 6-Year-Olds was carefully selected by a group of experts. Learn more about these passionate children's literature experts here.

Sherman Alexie, author of Thunder Boy Jr.
Pre-K
Growing Reader

Sherman Alexie On Writing Picture Books and the Genius of the 'Crayon Guy'

National Book Award-winning author Sherman Alexie discusses writing his first picture book, why he thinks Thunder Boy Jr. has resonated with young readers, and more.