Teen
Everything You Need to Know About Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials Series
If you have a young reader at home who’s interested in the series, or if you’re just looking for your next young adult fantasy obsession, we’ve assembled this guide to everything you need to know to get started in the His Dark Materials universe.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Jon Klassen and His Many Hats
Brightly caught up with author-illustrator Jon Klassen, known for his trilogy of books that begins with I Want My Hat Back, to talk about hats and what’s next.
Pre-K
Brightly Storytime: Señorita Mariposa
Follow along as Latin Grammy award-winning children's musician Mister G reads aloud from his new picture book, Señorita Mariposa.
Just For Fun
23 Book-Inspired Halloween Costumes for Kids and Parents
Whether you’re looking for a Halloween costume for yourself, your elementary schooler, or your baby, there’s something great for every book lover here.
All Ages
The Best Children’s and YA Books of October 2019
October is packed with reads both delightful and profound — from picture books celebrating generosity and creativity to middle grade reads about the power of kindness.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Brightly Storytime: Dr. Seuss’s Spooky Things
Read along with Dr. Seuss's Spooky Things — a delightfully sweet Halloween treat for little readers, starring two of Seuss's most iconic characters.
Grown-Up Reads
Tips & Advice
Parenting a Dyslexic Child Takes Both Science and Faith
Mother and author of Bless This Mess, Ellen O'Donnell believes that when it comes to parenting, science and spirituality are not at odds with each other.
Grown-Up Reads
The Best Grown-Up Reads of September 2019
September’s best new book releases call for long stretches of reading time, so clear the calendar and make room in your TBR stack.
Tween
Scary (But Not Too Scary!) Books for Middle Grade Readers
If your middle schooler is ready for something a little scary, try these spine-tingling titles that should definitely keep them hooked — and creep them out a bit.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
October Reading Challenge for Kids
These 10 reading challenge ideas will have young readers haunting their bookshelves and exploring new stories all month long.