Mythical Creatures
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.