Educator Resources
Teen
6 YA Thrillers Too Good to Put Down
As a reader, there are few things more enjoyable than turning the page and being utterly shocked by what comes next. These YA thrillers promise that and more.
Just For Fun
An Illustrated Guide to the Best Places to Read with Children
When my daughters were young, we read all over the city. They are older now, and read without me, but I hope that these places where we used to read, and the books we read there, will stay with them.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen
Silent and Strong: 15 Books for Kids and Teens Who Are Introverts
Whether kids or teens are looking for validation, acceptance, or tips on handling social situations, there are great books for all kinds of introverts.
Growing Reader
Tween
Our Mother-Daughter Book Club: The BFG
We asked Susan and her daughter Emma to share a bit about their experience reading The BFG. Here’s what they had to say about the genius of Roald Dahl, the power of belief, and the strength of the “small”.
Tips & Advice
How to Use Book Awards to Find Great Children’s Books
If you dig deeper into book awards, you’ll find that loads are given on both the state and national levels, and they can serve as great resources for finding quality books for kids.
Tween
Teen
Steampunk Stories: Crazy, Funky Tales Your Tween or Teen Will Love
Which kinds of books do you give to kids who love mechanical mayhem, history, time travel, and fantasy all rolled into one? How about a little steampunk?
Growing Reader
Tween
Why The BFG Is My Daughter’s Favorite Roald Dahl Book
The BFG is not Dahl’s most famous work, so why does my kid treasure it above all of his other books? It all comes down to this universal feeling.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
The Best Children's Books of Summer 2016
Kick off the summer book season with one of these hot new picture book and chapter book releases!
Growing Reader
Tween
Brightly's Book Club for Kids: The BFG
This month’s Family Book Club pick is big — and we mean big! The BFG, by Roald Dahl, is huge on charm, laughs, suspense, and heart.
Growing Reader
Tween
Broadway Musicals by the Book: 5 Children's and YA Stories Adapted to (and from) the Stage
These stories have inspired stage adaptations and are perfect to read as a family before listening to the soundtrack and (if you're lucky) seeing them onstage.
Grown-Up Reads
Your Week-by-Week Guide to the Best Books of Summer 2016
Whether you've set a personal reading challenge or are just looking for a new bedtime book, you'll find some gems on this list of upcoming grown-up releases.
