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Rainy Day Reads: 7 Picture Books That Revel in the Magic of Rain

It's raining, it's pouring, but being stuck inside doesn't have to be boring! Make the most of those damp days indoors with a few picture books that celebrate the power and majesty of rain.

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Pre-K

Why It’s Never Too Early to Teach Your Kids Financial Literacy

Cinders McLeod's Moneybunny picture books offer fun financial literacy lessons on earning, saving, and spending as a relatable way for little kids to start thinking about money.

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Tween

Brightly’s Book Club for Kids: Samantha Spinner and the Super-Secret Plans

Samantha Spinner and the Super-Secret Plans is an action-packed global mystery that's packed with fun puzzles and smelly ninjas.

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Tween

Bookshelves in Bloom: A May Reading Challenge for Kids

This month, find reading inspiration in the blooming plants outside, your own creativity within, and the (fast-approaching!) end of the school year.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

5 Reasons to Love the Peek-Through Picture Book Series Plus Book-Inspired Activities

There’s a lot to love about the Peek-Through Picture Book series. Here are five family-approved reasons why these books are worth a "peek" both at home and in the classroom. Plus, check out a few book-inspired activities to pair with storytime.

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Growing Reader

Tween

Highly Engaging Audiobooks Sure To Hook Reluctant Readers

Motivate struggling readers with these fun and exciting audiobooks featuring popular narrators sure to provide a great listening experience.

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Growing Reader

Tween

Shower Your Shelf with Books: An April Reading Challenge for Kids

With April comes National Humor Month, National Poetry Month, School Library Month, and more! These 10 challenges encourage readers of all ages to explore all kinds of new books over the next few weeks.

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Baby & Toddler

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Teen

Dude, That’s Rude! And 12 Other Respectable Manners Books for Kids and Teens

Kids and manners. Sometimes it can feel like an uphill battle. So what's a well-meaning mom or dad to do? Turn to a book, of course!

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

6 Entertaining Picture Books That Teach Kids Grammar Rules

Introduce kids to grammar with these entertaining and informative picture books that show punctuation, parts of speech, and language can be playful while also helping kids grow as readers and writers.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

A Printable Educator's Guide to Let’s Clap, Jump, Sing & Shout

Teach your students about the African American history and culture behind their favorite playground games, songs, and stories with these discussion questions and classroom activities inspired by Patricia McKissack's Let's Clap, Jump, Sing & Shout.

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Growing Reader

Tween

For the Love of Stories: A 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

Brightly’s Book Club for Kids: Harbor Me

Our new Book Club for Kids pick, Harbor Me by Jacqueline Woodson, is a beautifully written, timely middle grade book that packs a big emotional punch.

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