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And the Medal Goes To ... Celebrating the 2016 Newbery, Caldecott, and King Awards

The recipients of the 2016 Newbery, Caldecott, and Coretta Scott King Awards have been announced. Learn more about the top honorees, including Matt de la Peña's Last Stop on Market Street.

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Growing Reader

Tween

A Special Note to Readers of Ophelia and the Marvelous Boy

Author Karen Foxlee shares a special note to Brightly's Book Club for Kids readers about the inspiration behind Ophelia and the Marvelous Boy.

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Grown-Up Reads

The Must-Read Books of Early 2016

If the first few months are any indication, 2016 looks to be a stellar year for new releases. We can't wait to cozy up with these new grown-up reads.

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Growing Reader

Tween

Brightly's Book Club for Kids: Ophelia and the Marvelous Boy

Welcome to the first installment of the Brightly's Book Club, where we encourage kids to read together, explore important topics through books, and have fun!

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Growing Reader

Tween

The Books Kids Say They Can’t Wait to Read in 2016

We asked third through sixth graders across the country what they were most excited to read in 2016. Here are the books they can’t wait to crack open.

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Baby & Toddler

Pre-K

4 Ways to Bring Book Lessons Into Your Kids’ Everyday Activities

The learning doesn't have to stop at the end of the book! Parents can extend the learning experience beyond the book with a few easy and fun activities.

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Teen

16 of the Most Exciting YA Books to Read in 2016

For teen readers (and wannabe-kids at heart), 2016 offers exciting new young adult books from beloved authors and debuts destined to create lifelong fans.

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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.

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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.

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Teen

5 Tips for Nailing Your College Essays from The Princeton Review

College essays can be daunting. These helpful tips from The Princeton Review will help applicants craft personal, engaging stories.

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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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Grown-Up Reads

Loved By Real Readers: The Best Books of 2015

We asked real readers to share their favorite books of 2015. From thrilling novels to inspirational memoirs, you're sure to find your next great read here.

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