STAY CONNECTED

Sign up for the Brightly newsletter to get book recommendations, reading tips, and seasonal inspirations.

YOU'RE SIGNED UP

Keep an eye out for Brightly, coming to your inbox soon.

black-joy-in-childrens-books

Pre-K

Growing Reader

Why Children’s Books About Black Joy Are So Important

Author Katheryn Russell-Brown reflects on the need for more children's books featuring Black kids experiencing everyday life.

books-about-kindness-ages-3-5

Pre-K

12 Books About Kindness for Kids Ages 3 – 5

These thought-provoking picture books prioritize the value of kindness, offering children opportunities to learn about this important virtue.

kids-books-main-character-glasses

Pre-K

Growing Reader

Spectacle-ular Children’s Books With Main Characters Who Wear Glasses

These books featuring main characters who wear glasses are excellent reads for kids, regardless of their eyesight requirements.

Why It’s Okay That Your Kids Want To Read Books You Hate Thumbnail

Growing Reader

Tween

Why It’s Okay That Your Kids Want To Read Books You Hate

If your kid’s reading choices make your eyes roll and your aesthetic sensibilities cringe in horror, worry not. There is an upside.

picture-books-food-around-the-world

Growing Reader

Children’s Books About Cuisine Around the World

Inspire your little foodie to experience dishes from around the world with these delightful picture books and recipe pairings.

kids-books-about-black-musicians

Pre-K

Growing Reader

Kids’ Books About Legendary Black Artists in Music

These kids' books celebrate the musical talents of legendary Black artists and their tremendous contributions to the music industry.

young-adult-books-royalty

Teen

Fit for a King, Queen, or Teen: 10 Royalty-Inspired Books for YA Readers

These teen books centered on royalty — some pegged to real-life kingdoms and others to crowns of the writers’ inventions — will keep readers riveted.

art-centered-middle-grade-stories

Growing Reader

Tween

Art Comes to Life in These Middle Grade Novels

If you have a curious and creative kid at home who loves artsy stories, here are some excellent novels about art bursting into action.

books-for-when-sick-feat

Pre-K

Growing Reader

Tween

Sick Lit: 12 Kids’ Books To Have On Hand for Sick Days

A good book can help keep your mind off your discomfort. These kids' books are great to have at-the-ready for sick days.

ways-to-incorporate-movement-storytime

Pre-K

Growing Reader

5 Ways to Add Movement to Storytime

Kids aren't meant to be sedentary. Check out this list of teacher-tested ideas to help kids move during read-aloud time!