Picture Books
Pre-K
Growing Reader
20 Books To Help Kids Get Ready for the New School Year
If your child is anxious about transitioning to the next grade or a new school this year, these tales will ease their fears and remind them of all the fun they’ll have in their new classroom.
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.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
17 Read-Alouds That Will Make You Look Hilarious to Your Kids
Add some wacky voices and dramatic pauses as you read these spectacularly giggle-worthy stories, and your little ones will think you’re the funniest grown-up around.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Lyrical Picture Books That Encourage a Love of Poetry
A great way to introduce little readers to poetry is through beautiful picture books with lyrical language that shows the world as a place full of wonder. These poetic picture books are the perfect place to start.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
My First Poems: 12 Great Poetry Books for Kids Ages 0 - 4
With fun rhythm and rhyme, the stories that unfold across the pages of these picture and board books are great first introductions to poems.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Our Favorite Caldecott Medal & Honor Books
Considered some of the most stunning and extraordinary picture books for kids, get ready for some award-winning reading with our favorite Caldecott winners and honor titles.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
The Best Picture Books to Read as a Family
Reading with children of different ages can be a challenge for lots of families. Here are some excellent picture books sure to appeal to the whole family.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Have Wheels, Will Travel: Books for the Vehicle-Obsessed
These books are perfect for a child who loves nothing more than trains, trucks, and tractors. Add in a plastic construction or fireman’s hat, and you’ve got the perfect gift.
Pre-K
Best Picture Books of 2020: Ages 3 - 5
A crop of fantastic picture books were released in 2020, from both well-known authors and debuts. Check out some of our favorites and find a new book or two to read with your little one.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen
Read Around the World: 16 Books for Kids and Teens
Reading stories from other parts of the world is fun and helps kids appreciate other cultures. Go on a virtual vacation with these kids' books!
Pre-K
Growing Reader
21 Picture Books to Read for Fall 2020
There is no better way to welcome in the change of seasons than by cuddling up with a cozy blanket and a big pile of brand-new books. From well-known authors and characters to new offerings, here are some titles you won’t want to miss.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Dan Santat on What The Little Engine That Could Means Right Now
Brightly caught up with Dan Santat, illustrator of the 90th anniversary edition of The Little Engine That Could, about what the Little Blue Engine's mantra of "I think I can" means right now.
