Family and Friendship
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Bullies, Bystanders, and True Friends: Hannah E. Harrison on the Complex Dynamics of Early Friendships
In her latest book, My Friend Maggie, author and illustrator Hannah E. Harrison tackles the tough topic of bullying with candor, kindness, and heart.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
7 Favorite Books to Read with Grandparents
In honor of Grandparents Day, we asked the Brightly Contributors to share the books their kids have loved reading most with their grandparents.
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.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Friend Farmers: 3 Tools for Helping Kids Make and Keep New Friends
The first months of school are a great time to introduce kids to easy-to-remember tools that will help them cultivate new friendships and sprout community.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Only But Not Lonely: 12 Awesome Books for Only Children
If you have just one kid (or your kid is just sick of their siblings at the moment), here some terrific kids’ books that really show what it means to be an empowered “only.”
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
7 of the Best Children's Books About Divorce and Separation
Children's books about divorce or separation can be a helpful tool to help kids make sense of what's happening, process and talk about their feelings.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
6 Great Read-Together Books for Dads and Daughters
These heartwarming and hilarious picture books are perfect for some father-daughter bonding time.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
6 Standout Picture Books About Kids and Their Grandparents
These six books about children and their grandparents aren’t just stunningly written and illustrated. They also get the new American family.
Pre-K
The Best Books for Soon-to-Be Big Brothers and Sisters
Storytime is a great way to encourage the big sibling-to-baby bond. Here are five great books for soon-to-be big brothers and big sisters.