Kid-Approved Books
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Books That Help Kids Walk in Someone Else's Shoes
Kids highly recommend these books that build empathy and understanding of our diverse world by allowing readers to walk in someone else’s shoes for a while.
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7 of the Best Books About Bullying, According to Kids
Tweens highly recommend these books as being both engaging and providing practical lessons on dealing with bullies in everyday life.
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Sad Books Say So Much: 7 Books That Give Fourth and Fifth Graders All the Feels
When kids are asked about their favorite genre, many of them say, “I love sad books.” Here are some of the best kid-recommended “sad” reads.
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What Tweens Read When They’re Feeling Down
Kari Riedel asked kids what types of books help them feel better when they're sad. She was touched by the honesty and diversity of their answers.
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4 Mistakes I Made Trying to Raise a Middle School Reader
When my son entered middle school, I made some mistakes in my efforts to ensure he continued to read for fun. Now, my family is working together to correct them.
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Braving It: 14 Books That Teach Children to Be Adventurous
When James Campbell's daughter turned 15 they began a trip into the heart of Alaska. But the seed of adventure was planted years before — with the books they read together.
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Class Read-Alouds Teachers and Kids Will Adore
The right class read-aloud (one that both students and teachers enjoy) can spark a love affair with books or introduce new interests in children.
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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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5 Books That Have Fourth and Fifth Graders Seriously Cracking Up
Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Dork Diaries top kids' recommendations, but they're not the only funny books out there. These "kid-approved” books also have kids busting up.
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9 Mysteries Fourth and Fifth Graders Recommend to Their Friends
Filled with intrigue, suspense, and puzzles that must be solved, a good mystery can engross both voracious and reluctant readers. Here are nine great ones.
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The Books Third Graders Are Recommending to Their Friends
We went straight to the source to find out what books 7 - 9 year olds are into. Here are twelve books that kids say are definitely worth the read!