Chapter Books
Tween
16 Great Middle Grade Books to Read in 2016
Whether your tween's book tastes run to fantasy, humor, or stories based on real life experiences, they'll find much to love in 2016's new releases.
Growing Reader
The 50 Best Books for 7- and 8-Year-Olds
What are the best books for 7-year-olds and 8-year-olds? Our panel of experts list their top 50 children's books for developing readers.
Just For Fun
2015’s Biggest Moments in Children’s and YA Literature
We could write a whole book about what made 2015 such a special year for children's and YA literature, but we’ve winnowed the highlights down to a shortlist.
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Teen
The Children's Books That Took Our Breath Away in 2015
The Brightly contributors' choices for the best children's and YA books of 2015 contain innovative literary themes, illustrations, styles, and more.
Tween
Teen
Writing for Teens, Tweens, and In-betweens: 8 YA Authors Who Also Rock Middle Grade
These eight wildly gifted authors have taken their talents outside the more adult themes of YA to create extraordinary stories for middle grade readers.
Tween
5 Books That Have Fourth and Fifth Graders Seriously Cracking Up
Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Dork Diaries top kids' recommendations, but they're not the only funny books out there. These "kid-approved” books also have kids busting up.
Tween
Cutting Through the Mud: A Q&A with Louis Sachar
Louis Sachar, beloved author of Holes, discusses the scientific inspiration behind his new book, Fuzzy Mud, the writing habits he diligently follows, and how his audience has changed over the years.
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Growing Reader
How to Start Reading Chapter Books With Your Preschooler or Kindergartner
Reading a chapter book is really different from reading a picture book. Here are a few helpful tips for developing the skills to engage with a longer book.
Growing Reader
At-Home Reading Activities for 6-Year-Olds
Help your 6-year-old child grow into an expert reader with these fun, at-home reading activities.
Tween
Books as Bridges to the Cold War and Beyond: A Chat with Author Gayle Rosengren
Author Gayle Rosengren discusses the historical setting for her newest novel for middle grade readers, Cold War on Maplewood Street, shares her dream pen pal, her new favorite book, and more.
Tween
16 Books Tweens Can Look Forward to This Fall
Get ready for kids who turn green, unexpected spies, ghosts, scientific breakthroughs, and a nod to the classics. Here are the best new middle grade books coming out this fall.
Tween
10 Classics for Kids (That They’ll Actually Enjoy Reading)
The eleven classics listed here all share an important characteristic: they’re interesting to real readers!
