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Tween

11 Girl-Centered Sci-Fi Novels for Tweens

These action-packed science fiction books star female protagonists and transport tweens into worlds of space travel, aliens, robots, and not-yet-realized scientific inventions.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader

Black Boy Joy: 30 Picture Books Featuring Black Male Protagonists

Finding good, quality books featuring people of color can be a challenge. Here are 30 must-read stories with Black boys at the center.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Magnificent Microbes: How to Talk to Your Kids About Germs

Some germs are good while others can make us sick. Use these tips to help kids develop a balanced understanding of germs and microbes.

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Teen

On Justice for Black Boyhood

As an author and parent, Kim Johnson aims to foster a world where Black boys can thrive and be cherished for the incredible individuals they are.

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Tween

15 Books That 9- to 12-Year-Old Boys Say Are Awesome

According to tween boys — both avid and reluctant readers — these books were so engaging they didn’t want to put them down. See which titles they raved about.

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Tween
Teen

Body-Positive Books for Curvy Tweens and Teens

Foster confidence in the next generation with these books that embrace curves and celebrate body positivity.

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Growing Reader
Tween

10 Next Reads for Kids Who Love Raina Telgemeier

Young readers love Raina Telgemeier’s funny graphic novels. If your child devoured Smile, Sisters, and Drama, here are a few other books they might enjoy.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

Stack, Wreck, and Rebuild: Exciting Books To Get Kids Building

Books about building, construction, and architecture can spark fresh ideas and encourage kids to imagine and build again and again.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

Printable Superhero Reading Tracker for Kids

Unlock your child's reading superpowers with a FREE printable superhero-themed book tracker, reading log, and bookmarks.

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All Ages

We Love These New York Times’ Best Children’s Books of 2023

Here are some of the books we loved seeing on this year's — and past years' — lists of The New York Times' Best Children's Books.