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20 Smart Books To Help Get Your Kids Ready for Preschool or Kindergarten

Whether you’re helping your child prepare for preschool or kindergarten, these books are great tools to talk about all the fun and learning that’s ahead.

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My Preschooler Is Desperate To Learn To Read! What Can I Do?

If your preschooler is clamoring to read, you likely know how hard it can be to both nurture their interest and avoid frustration. These practical tips can help.

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Growing Reader

Sweet Picture Books and Rituals for the End of the School Year

These books and activities give students a chance to reflect on all they've learned, share happy memories, and look ahead to a summer of fun.

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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.

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Growing Reader

A Printable Educator's Guide to Let’s Clap, Jump, Sing & Shout

Teach your students about the African American history and culture behind their favorite playground games, songs, and stories with these discussion questions and classroom activities inspired by Patricia McKissack's Let's Clap, Jump, Sing & Shout.

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Growing Reader

Teachers Share Their All-Time Favorite Books for Preschoolers and Early Elementary Schoolers

We asked real-life preschool and elementary school teachers to share their favorite books for the classroom. Here are 11 picture books they recommend, plus tips on how to teach them.

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7 Things You Didn’t Know About Preschool

It’s easy to get overwhelmed when you are looking for a preschool program and navigating the first years of school. Here are seven key things to know.

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Growing Reader

12 Class Read-Alouds Teachers and Librarians Should Check Out

These new books for preschoolers and early elementary schoolers are certain to bring laughs, captivated stares, and joy, and are even better as read-alouds.

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Baby & Toddler

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Helping Kids Be Exactly Who They Are — The Joy of Feel-Good Children’s Books

Author Todd Parr aims to create books that empower kids to be confident, determined, strong, and kind human beings.

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Growing Reader

How to Start Reading Chapter Books With Your Preschooler or Kindergartner

Reading a chapter book is really different from reading a picture book. Here are a few helpful tips for developing the skills to engage with a longer book.

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Growing Reader

How to Help Ease Your Child's First Day of School Jitters

Author Natasha Wing shares tips to help kids open up about their feelings about starting school for the first time or returning to a new grade.

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Ask the Librarians: What Are the Top 3 Books to Read Before Starting Kindergarten?

The librarians at the New York Public Library answer your questions. This time: fun and clever books for kids to read before starting kindergarten.

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Summer 2015 Preview: The Best Books for Preschoolers

Although your littlest ones may not be reading chapter books yet, there’s no reason not to fill their summer with great stories.

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