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Tween

5 Books That Have Fourth and Fifth Graders Seriously Cracking Up

Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Dork Diaries top kids' recommendations, but they're not the only funny books out there. These "kid-approved” books also have kids busting up.

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Teen

YA Preview: The 23 Books Teens Should Be Excited About This Fall

While our dream reading list for fall could probably get into the triple digits, here’s a short selection of YA books teens should be especially eager to read.

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All Ages

Seeing Double: Kids' Books for and Featuring Twins

While no one story defines the twin experience, there are some great children’s books that feature twins. Here are suggestions for all reading levels.

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Tween

10 Classics for Kids (That They’ll Actually Enjoy Reading)

The eleven classics listed here all share an important characteristic: they’re interesting to real readers!

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Tween

If Your Kid Loved From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler, They’ll Love These 5 Other Art History Mysteries

Spice up a family trip to the museum with an art history mystery! Here are five superb examples for middle-grade readers to savor.

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Tween

5 Middle Grade Series You’ve Gotta Read (With or Without Your Kid)

I love reading middle grade books. They’re so darn good, and smart, and clever, and many have strong female characters. Here are five series you'll love.

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Teen

Scare Tactics: Creepy Novels That Captivate Reluctant Teen Readers

When I hear about a teenager hates reading or doesn't like books, I have a theory about why they’re so anti-reading: they just haven’t been properly scared.

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Grown-Up Reads

6 Totally Engrossing YA Audiobooks to Make a Long Commute Fly By

If you’re a grown-up who loves hearing engrossing stories — the kind that make a long commute melt away — look no further than these six YA audiobooks.

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Growing Reader

9 Audiobooks for Growing Readers and Their Families

Whether you’re heading off on vacation or looking for something fun to do at home, these nine choices offer a little something for everyone.

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Tween

Teen

Best Books for Boys with Strong Female Characters

I don’t think there are “boys’ books” or “girls’ books.” My hope is simply to provide parents of boys who like more traditionally masculine books with some options that include strong, interesting female characters.

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Growing Reader

Tween

Everyone's Favorite Class Pet Gets a New Nickname! Brightly Talks with Humphrey Author Betty G. Birney

Author Betty Birney shares the real-life inspiration behind the Humphrey books, how she got her start, and her best advice for young writers.

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Tween

Teen

10 Literary Characters Tween and Teen Girls Can Look Up To

These are female characters who don’t conform to stereotypes, who struggle and suffer, and who show young readers the power of perseverance and pluck.

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