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From book buddies to series reads, these 4 strategies help teachers build lasting reading habits from everyday classroom ...
Book Club Picks for Kids Last updated: July 5, 2025 by Common Sense Media Looking for a book to jump-start discussion with your tweens and teens? Or something you could use for a kid-friendly book ...
Coming up at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about what makes a great children’s book, the ...
Funny Books for Kids Last updated: July 3, 2025 by Common Sense Media In the mood for a good laugh? Our favorite funny books for kids are sure to get even the most reluctant readers engaged and ...
To cultivate a lifelong love for reading in children, parents should prioritize curiosity and freedom over strict rules.
Paired with fun activities, these picture books help build skills like fluency, flexibility, elaboration, and originality.
The High Museum of Art presents a stunning collection of works by late multimedia artist and activist Faith Ringgold in Faith ...
As a parent, it is not easy to resist the digital tide heading for our children. When the world is digitally dependent, it is challenging to explain to children why having a device is not essential.
Librarians, educators, and authors share age-appropriate resources for introducing kids to banned books and celebrating ...
“A Day in the D with Dad” takes kids on a journey along with 12-year-old Michelle as she traverses Detroit on an impromptu day trip with her dad. Written by Detroiter and longtime educator Kelli M.
Summertime is a battle of parents vs. screens. Here are five tips for getting your kids to read this summer, including ...
For some visitors, Faith Ringgold’s newest exhibition at the High Museum will transport them back decades. For others, it will capture them in their present moment. But regardless of their stage in ...