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17 Terrific Books for First Graders

From picture books to short, single-chapter books, first graders need a range of books to suit their growing reading abilities. These books can help them make the most of their first "real" year of school.

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Silent and Strong: 15 Books for Kids and Teens Who Are Introverts

Whether kids or teens are looking for validation, acceptance, or tips on handling social situations, there are great books for all kinds of introverts.

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Tween

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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Tween

How to Write a Killer Book Report

Use our simple book report checklist to help your child nail the essential elements of their school book reports, reviews, or critiques.

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Growing Reader

Friend Farmers: 3 Tools for Helping Kids Make and Keep New Friends

The first months of school are a great time to introduce kids to easy-to-remember tools that will help them cultivate new friendships and sprout community.

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Tween

The Ten Commandments of Letting Your Child Visit Their School Book Fair

Fall marks the beginning of school book fair season! Here are ten things that every parent must know before letting their kid head off to their local school book fair.

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Tips & Advice

5 Reasons Why Back to School Is Awesome for Parents

Jason Gay, author of the upcoming book Little Victories: Perfect Rules for Imperfect Living, shares five reasons parents should rejoice that their kids are back in school.

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Tween

The Ultimate Elementary School Reads: A Perfect Book for Every Grade

If you’re looking to match your kid up with the perfect book for their grade, here are some suggestions that truly capture the elementary school experience.

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Tween

Writing for My 11-Year-Old Self and My Future 11-Year-Old Son

When author Charles Curtis sat down to write a new middle grade series, he found a big challenge ahead of him — the YA of his young adulthood had grown up.

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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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If You Liked This Book, Try ... A Summer Reading List Filled with Old and New Favorites

When it comes to summer reading selections, it's often helpful to get a comparison. Here are ten new books paired with ones you might have already enjoyed.

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