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Tween

The Importance of Queer Representation in Middle Grade Fiction

While the YA genre is burgeoning with queer representation, books for middle grade readers are still sadly lacking such characters, themes, and stories.

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Teen

12 YA Fantasy Books to Read in 2019

With a mix of sequels, standalones, and series conclusions on schedule, here are some of the most anticipated YA fantasy titles coming out this year.

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All Ages

The Best Children’s and YA Books of February 2019

We’ve rounded up some of February’s best new releases for picture books, middle grade, and YA readers. From picture books all about birthdays to moving tales of friendship to a thrilling murder mystery, there's a lot of great reading to pack into such a short month.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Brightly Storytime: Little Owl’s Snow

Read along with Divya Srinivasan’s Little Owl’s Snow, a great picture book for little readers to cuddle up with on cold, snowy days.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Tomorrow I’ll Be Brave Inspires Resilience in Children (and Adults!)

The pressure to meet expectations can be hard for little humans to wrestle with. Jessica Hische’s new picture book tackles this idea head-on.

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Baby & Toddler
Pre-K

The Best Books for Little Elmo Fanatics

If you have a Sesame Street-obsessed toddler in your life, turn to these stories to give your little one an Elmo fix without turning on the TV.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

Brightly’s February Reading Challenge for Kids

This month’s reading challenge is full of festivity, spurring children to explore books that celebrate Black History Month, Presidents' Day, and more.

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Tween

Enter to Win a Copy of Shine!

Enter for your chance to win a copy of Shine!, our latest Book Club for Kids pick, a Brightly tote, and some fun swag. Good luck!

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Tween
Teen

Not All Myths Are Old: Modern Mythology and Legends for Tweens and Teens

Writers are coming up with new forms of mythology all the time. Here are some fascinating modern myths and legends for tweens and teens.

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Pre-K
Growing Reader

Hands Up! Reminds Black Children That They Are Beautiful and Worthy of a Life Well-Lived

Throughout Hands Up! is the image of a Black girl who is life personified. She matters every single day, 24/7. Her pain, her joy, and her being are important.