Pre-K
Growing Reader
Dan Santat on What The Little Engine That Could Means Right Now
Brightly caught up with Dan Santat, illustrator of the 90th anniversary edition of The Little Engine That Could, about what the Little Blue Engine's mantra of "I think I can" means right now.
Teen
Body Positivity Starts With Parents
Laura Zimmermann, author of the YA novel My Eyes Are Up Here, discusses how being a body positivity champion for your kids starts with applying that positivity to yourself.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
11 Engaging Activity Books for Kids
Whether you’re stuck inside on a rainy day or are looking for something fun to do during quiet time, activity books supply hours of screen-free distraction for young children.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
The David Sibley Birds Coloring Sheets
If your child loves bird watching, or if you're simply looking for a new activity to fill the long days of summer, these five coloring sheets — drawn by Sibley himself — are the perfect fit.
Tween
9 Great Summer Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books for Tweens
From enchanting fantasy lands to intergalactic adventures, you'll find all sorts of extraordinary tales on this list.
All Ages
The Best Children’s and YA Books of July 2020
Summer reading is in full swing, and we’ve rounded up the best reads for all ages to keep your household unplugged and entertained.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen
18 Books for Kids About the Immigrant Experience in America
From picture books to YA nonfiction, these books inspire readers to think deeper about our fellow Americans, their stories, and their experiences.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Brightly Storytime: Bedtime Bonnet
Follow along as author Nancy Redd reads Bedtime Bonnet, a bright, effervescent family story about nighttime hair routines.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
How to Keep Children’s Imaginations and Independence Alive
Gideon Sterer, author of the picture book From Ed's to Ned's, provides ideas for keeping children's imaginations and newfound independence alive during a global pandemic.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen
13 Inspiring Illustrated Biographies That Introduce Kids to Diverse Heroes
Young readers can find much to consider, relate to, and celebrate in these transcendent biographies of people who’ve had an impact on our lives and culture.