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Pre-K

10 Books for the Young Artiste

Perfect for budding artists, these ten kids' books celebrate art of all kinds — whether it’s hanging on the wall of a museum or created with a broken crayon.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

The Artist’s Way: 10 Picture Book Biographies About Famous Artists

These biographies of famed artists are excellent stepping-stones for learning how great minds made their way in the world and discovered their talent.

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Growing Reader

Tween

Making Magic Together: Craft and Creativity Books for the Whole Family

Summer is a time to create, play, and learn as a family. These creative and crafty books will help you do just that.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Talking Art, Parties, and Foodie Fun with Peanut Butter & Cupcake Author Terry Border

Brightly sits down with Terry Border, the super cool author and illustrator behind Peanut Butter & Cupcake. And don't miss the sweet Cupcake activities for kids.

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Tween

If Your Kid Loved From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler, They’ll Love These 5 Other Art History Mysteries

Spice up a family trip to the museum with an art history mystery! Here are five superb examples for middle-grade readers to savor.

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Tween

5 Middle Grade Series You’ve Gotta Read (With or Without Your Kid)

I love reading middle grade books. They’re so darn good, and smart, and clever, and many have strong female characters. Here are five series you'll love.

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Pre-K

How to Draw a Rude Cake

Author/illustrator Rowboat Watkins reveals the inspiration behind his delightful new picture book, Rude Cakes, and shows us how to draw our own rude cake.

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Baby & Toddler

Pre-K

Drawn from Real Life: How Vincent and the Night Came to Be — a Q&A with Adele Enersen

Brightly contributor Laura Lambert chatted mom-to-mom with author Adele Enersen about storytelling, art, and babies who just won't sleep.

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