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Review | Nothing Else But MiraclesIt's 1944 and Dory's father has been joined the US Army in World War II, leaving behind 12-year-old Dory and her brothers, Fish (17) and Pike (7)...
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15 Best Audiobooks for 2nd GradersAudiobooks can be absolutely delightful for younger readers. They're a great way for kids who may not yet be strong readers to experience chapter...
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Review | The Probability of EverythingKemi Carter is a scientific facts aficionado who lives with her parents and her little sister, Lola. They've recently moved to a better...
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The Best Books for 3rd Grade GirlsOn the hunt for great books for 3rd grade girls? Boy, do I have options for you! Many kids in the third grade are new to longer chapter books, but...
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Review | The Noh FamilyChloe Chang lives a boring life in Oklahoma -- with her busy single mom and her two best friends -- where she loves watching K-dramas. But when...
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The Best Realistic Fiction Books for 7th GradersIf you know one thing about me, it's that realistic fiction is my jam! I've met so many young readers recently who also love this genre, and I'm...
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Review | The Hurricane GirlsGreer, Joya, and Kiki are three best friends born just after Hurricane Katrina. Now 12 years after the catastrophe, they're dealing with personal...
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15 Best Books for 3rd Grade BoysThird grade is such an exciting age group for reading because most kids get into chapter books around this age. If you're looking for books for...
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Review | Where The Water Takes UsAva’s mom is on bed rest about to have twins, so Ava’s been sent to her grandparents’ lake house. There, she witnesses the death of a bird, and...
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My Favorite Picture Books for Older KidsI'm an adult who's a huge fan of picture books, so I agree with the sentiment that picture books are for everyone. But older kids who are...
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The Best Books for 10 Year OldsRecommending books by age can be tricky because kids of the same age often have different reading levels and preferences. Still, in creating this...
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Review | Get a Grip, Vivy Cohen!Vivy Cohen is an autistic, baseball-obsessed girl who really wants to play the sport. Unfortunately, her mom is holding back because she's a girl...
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The Best Family Audiobooks for Every OccasionAs you know, audiobooks are my favorite! It's especially wholesome when you find family audiobooks that everyone can listen to and enjoy. For this...
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Review | Something MoreJessie is a fifteen-year-old Palestinian-Canadian who’s getting into high school soon after an autism diagnosis. She feels “abnormal,” especially...
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Books Like The Summer I Turned Pretty on Amazon PrimeI never read the books (but they're available for free if you have Kindle Unlimited), but I did enjoy the first season of the TV show. Jenny Han's...
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25+ Middle Grade Books About Religion, Faith, and SpiritualityMiddle grade books about religion, faith, and spirituality can be hit or miss for some. They may be too preachy, too shallow, or entirely...
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60 of the Best Books for 8th GradersThe best books for eight graders (who are usually around age 13) are upper middle-grade and young YA titles! That's what you find recommended on...
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Review | Lety Out LoudMeet Lety Muñoz whose parents are hardworking Mexican immigrants. She and her brother are also learning English and she’s very self-conscious...
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All You Need to Know About Amazon Kids PlusAmazon has so many offerings that it can get confusing for some users. If you’ve been wondering about how Amazon Kids Plus is and how it works,...
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Review | Give Me a SignIn Give Me a Sign, Lilah is a teen with hearing loss but who isn’t profoundly deaf. So she has always felt caught in the middle -- not deaf enough...
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100 Exceptional Middle Grade Books to Read in 2023It's that time of the year again when I share the 2023 middle grade books that I've been dreaming of reading! This year, I'm sharing the list a...
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The Best Handwriting Books for KidsLearning how to write by hand is a vital part of childhood development, and handwriting books for kids are essential in helping them cultivate...
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Review | We Still BelongWe Still Belong follows young Wesley on one special Indigenous People’s Day, on which she plans to ask her crush to the Tolo dance. She’s also...
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20+ Questions and Tips for Using a KindleAre you a new Kindle owner who isn’t sure how to use a Kindle? If you have questions about your device, this article will answer all of them! As a...
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New Middle Grade Books Out in August 2023This August, there are surprisingly many releases (and great ones too). I'm used to July and August being lighter release months. I've read and...
