Educator Resources
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Teen
8 of the Most Overlooked (Yet Completely Awesome) Series for Young Adults
Already read The Hunger Games and Divergent? The next time you or your teen are looking for a good book, give one of these less-read YA series a chance.
Tween
12 Books About Friendship for Middle Grade Readers
One of the biggest challenges of parenting is figuring out how to help your child learn how to navigate sticky social situations. A good book, at the right time, can help.