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16 Enchanting Mermaid Books for Kids

Books about mermaids are guaranteed to add a little magic to any storytime, and we’ve put together a list of stories that are sure to make a splash.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

15 Magical Books About Unicorns for Kids

For kids mesmerized by the magic and mystery of unicorns, here are a few fantastic books featuring these mythical creatures.

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Tween

Books Like Harry Potter: 20 Series To Read Next

These highly recommended, highly addicting, can’t-put-‘em-down stories of adventure and fantasy are perfect for kids who love the Harry Potter series.

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Growing Reader

Tween

Graphic Novels Elementary Schoolers Love

As an elementary school librarian, graphic novels were one of my favorite tools for helping reluctant readers get excited about checking out a book.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Brightly Storytime: Jamie O'Rourke and the Big Potato

When a leprechaun tricks Jamie O'Rourke into taking a seed for a giant potato instead of his treasured gold, could the result be more than the lazy farmer bargained for?

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

A Puff of Magic for Your Shelves: 10 of the Best Dragon Books for Kids

Sometimes fierce, sometimes really misunderstood, these magnificent dragon stories for kids will help you breathe a little fire into your family’s reading life.

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Tween

Teen

All-Time Favorite Fantasy Books for Tweens and Teens

Fantasy books bring the imagination to life and allow the impossible to occur. Here are some all-time favorite fantasy books for tween and teen readers.

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Pre-K

Growing Reader

Dragons Love Tacos Author Adam Rubin Chats About Awesome Robots and Inspired Illustrators

Adam Rubin, author of Dragons Love Tacos, chatted with us about his new picture book, Robo-Sauce, working with illustrator Dan Salmieri, and more.

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All Ages

Cool Book Gifts for Birthday Parties

Books can be cool, thoughtful, and original birthday presents. Check out our unique gift recommendations for readers of all ages.

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Tween

Summer 2015 Preview: The Best Books for 9- to 12-Year-Olds

If your kids complain they don’t have anything to read this summer, hand them one of these twelve amazing stories handpicked for kids from nine to twelve.

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Just For Fun

Tips & Advice

On the Meanings of Dragons

Dragons aren’t merely obstacles to our heroism. Dragons are -- to my great delight -- far more complicated than that.

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