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18 Kid-Approved Books for Advanced Fifth and Sixth Grade Readers

These books are loved by advanced fifth and sixth grade readers for their unique character voices, complex plots and themes, and high page counts.

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11 Nonfiction Kids’ Books That Celebrate Black Excellence

These fantastic reads center on Black figures throughout history who embodied excellence in their respective fields and inspired those around them.

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17 Essential Coming-of-Age Novels for Tweens

Being a tween is hard. These powerful coming-of-age novels can help kids navigate this tumultuous time in their lives.

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15 Books To Bridge the Gap Between Middle Grade and YA

These book recommendations are perfect for kids that have outgrown middle grade books, but aren't quite ready for YA.

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31 of the Best Level 1 Books for Early Readers

These level 1 books feature short sentences, large type, and supportive picture clues. They're filled with great stories and information to keep beginning readers excited about reading.

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Banned & Challenged Books Every Tween and Teen Should Read

Ideas in books can ignite discovery, encourage empathy, and offer solace. With that in mind, here are 22 banned books worth reading for their ideas.

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Teen

A Reading Rainbow: YA Novels That Explore Sexuality and Sexual Identity

These funny, moving, and powerful YA books reflect the experiences and struggles of teens exploring sexuality and sexual identity for the first time.

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Growing Reader

Ahoy, Matey! Here Be the Best Pirate Books for Kids

These arrgh-mazing picture books will have your whole family talking like a pirate, just in time for International Talk Like a Pirate Day on September 19!

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Tween

Make ‘Em Laugh: 13 Classic Comedies for Middle Graders

Each of these comic novels is a solid dose of good medicine -- not only in a big-picture kind of way, but also as a remedy for reluctant readers.

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Growing Reader

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Teen

We Remember: Books to Help You Talk to Your Kids About 9/11

Reading and understanding have always been necessary to heal the wounds of division and violence. And so, with hope, we bring the next generation with us to the bookshelf.

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Tips & Advice

Working Social-Emotional Learning Into Everyday Classroom Life

Teachers don’t often have extra time during the day to fit in social-emotional activities. Use these tips to incorporate SEL into everyday classroom life.

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Baby & Toddler

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17 Spanish/English Bilingual Picture Books

Bilingual picture books offer children the opportunity to develop a second language and expand their cultural awareness. Here are 17 Spanish/English gems.

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