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National Library Week and Beverly Cleary Day

National Library Week & Beverly Cleary Day

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April is Autism Awareness Month: Books that Foster Understanding and Acceptance

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Happy Eid Al-fitr

Celebrating Eid al-Fitr: A Story of Joy, Unity, and Arabic Culture

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National Library Week and Beverly Cleary Day

Why Children’s Books Are Important

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WorldStorytellingDay

World Storytelling Day: The Magic of Folktales and Fairy Tales

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HappyPiDay

Celebrating Pi Day: Building Math Literacy

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Read Across America with Dr. Seuss

Read Across America Week: Celebrating Dr. Seuss and Structured Literacy

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People work on laptops around a large human head silhouette filled with digital and AI-themed icons, representing technology, artificial intelligence, collaboration, and innovative AI education tools for teachers.

New AI Education Tech Tools for Teachers

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Sima Guang Breaks the Vat

Celebrating International Friendship Month With Children’s Stories

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Random Acts of Kindness

Random Acts of Kindness Day 2025

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Hand-drawn black script text reads Share Your Story, inviting personal stories inside a small banner on a white background with decorative lines.

Using Personal Stories to Showcase Your Values and Skills

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A joyful family sits on a bench, representing the essence of a Kieta Sundiata story, with a man, woman, and two children in vibrant traditional clothing. The warm-colored background and intricate geometric patterns in the border beautifully frame this scene of connection and culture.

Celebrating Black History Month with Children’s Stories

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A princess, Briar Rose, in a white gown sleeps on a lavish bed in a magical forest, surrounded by flowers. A prince approaches as enchanted sparkles and candlelight glow, with the distant castle hinting at Sleeping Beauty’s tale.

Sleeping Beauty: From Classic to Retelling

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A child’s hand holds a small teddy bear in a dollhouse room, featuring a yellow rug, white chair, and miniature black piano—an adorable scene perfect for presents for children.

Gifts to Inspire: Top Ten Presents for Children to Fuel Their Imagination

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A young boy in an orange shirt stands at a table, excitedly exploring a wooden box filled with sand and toys in a bright, neatly organized room—an inspiring way for parents to learn How To Explore With Your Toddler As They Grow Older.

How To Explore With Your Toddler As They Grow Older

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A woman in a green hat gently hugs a child as snow falls, eyes closed in comfort. Warm yellow light shines from windows—one with a menorah—evoking the coziness found in the best childrens books for the holiday season.

The Best Children’s Book for the Holiday Season

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An older man in a pink shirt gives a high-five to a smiling boy in yellow, while a girl in blue watches nearby. Outdoors near a car with its hood open, the scene sparks trip ideas for kids, surrounded by lush greenery.

Taking a Fun Trip With Your Kids

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A young girl with glasses and red hair, in a blue dress and white tights, sits cross-legged on a table by a window, reading a book. A stack of books and a cup of pens sit nearby—showing how to help kids have fun while learning.

How To Raise Lifelong Learners

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Gennifer Choldenko, a woman with shoulder-length brown hair, looks over her shoulder in a blue denim jacket. She has a serious expression and stands against a neutral background.

Gennifer Choldenko – Best Selling Children’s Book Author

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A smiling girl in a blue tank top climbs a rope outdoors at school camps, with other children in the background, surrounded by green trees.

Building Teamwork and Leadership Skills Through School Camps

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A woman in a red cloak stands by a tree at night, gazing at a distant illuminated castle under a starry sky and mountains—black birds and glowing lights create a Grimm Fairy Tale atmosphere across the landscape.

The Origin of Grimm Fairy Tales

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A child with blonde hair, excited about how to get your child ready for starting school, holds up paint-covered hands, peeking through colorful fingers against a dark background.

Here’s How You Can Get Your Child Ready For Starting School

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A woman sits up in bed with two young children, reading a green book of bedtime stories for back to school. The children listen closely as playful drawings of famous landmarks decorate the gray wall behind them.

Bedtime Stories to Kickstart School

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Two people sit at a table in a bright room, having a serious conversation about troubled teens. One gestures expressively with open hands while the other listens. Cups, a phone, and fruit are on the table.

Helping Teenagers: 3 Effective Methods

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A joyful child in a striped shirt runs through a meadow at sunset, chased playfully by a blue creature from BGG & The Changers Adventures. Butterflies flutter as a tree with a face watches and mushrooms and stars dot the whimsical landscape.

BGG & The Changers Adventures

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A young child with long hair and a blue backpack stands on a scenic mountain road, facing a yellow school bus—perfect for school camps—amid lush greenery and distant peaks under a bright sky.

The Educational Value of School Camps and Excursions

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A girl in a long dress and a small child stand on a stone path, gazing at an old, whimsical house under a starry sky with autumn trees and a large butterfly, inviting engaging storytime for all reading levels.

Reading Levels & Engaging Storytime

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A young girl with curly hair in puffs smiles as she reads an open book, set against a soft, textured blue background that creates a warm and joyful atmosphere, enriching kids reading experiences.

Enriching Kids’ Reading Experiences

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A child with outstretched arms reaches toward two large, overlapping Olympic rings on a bright blue background in a colorful, abstract art style, perfect for Olympic Books For Kids.

Olympics Books For Kids

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A pig stands on its hind legs looking up at a spider web in a barn doorway—farm tools hang nearby as animals graze in a field. This cozy scene is perfect for summer reading or exploring the best kids summer reading books.

Top 10 Best Books for Kids Summer Reading

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Two children wearing headphones sit on the floor facing each other, smiling and reading books filled with riddles for kids. Both have short dark hair, casual clothes, and are set against a plain, light-colored background.

Free Audiobooks For Kids

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A young girl with curly hair looks up thoughtfully at a large blue question mark floating above her head, set against a textured beige background—perfect for riddles for kids or Riddles for Kindergarteners.

Riddles for Kindergarteners

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A red apple with a green leaf rests on a stack of three old books against a teal background, perfect for celebrating Teacher Appreciation Day 2024.

Teacher Appreciation Week 2024

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A sequence of five women, inspired by Princess Jasmine from childrens stories, stand in profile with headscarves and jewelry, showcasing artistic progression from sketch to fully colored digital portrait.

Princess Jasmine – An Important Figure In Children’s Stories

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A green caterpillar with a red head, yellow eyes, purple antennae, and small green legs inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar childrens book art style, set against a white background.

Celebrating Spring Through ‘The Very Hungry Caterpillar’

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A smiling woman and a child covered in colorful powder celebrate outdoors at a Holi festival, showing How To Help Kids Have Fun While Learning. The woman wears a blue cap, and the child has sunglasses and a paint-splattered hat. People and trees are in the background.

How To Help Kids Have Fun While Learning

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Ten women with distinctive hairstyles, floral accessories, and bold clothing inspired by Frida Kahlos iconic look stand together against a turquoise background with plants—a vibrant tribute for Womens History Month or International Womens Day.

10 Kids Books to Celebrate Women’s History Month

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A large heart shape formed from numerous small, colorful heart pieces of various sizes, set against a dark blue gradient background—perfect for kids valentine gifts or celebrating Valentines Day Books For Kids.

5 Valentine’s Day Books For Kids

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A family of four enjoys crafts and snacks together in a cozy, sunlit room decorated for winter, embracing indoor family activities as snow falls outside and warm, festive decorations fill the space.

Indoor Family Activities to Melt Away the Winter Blues

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An elderly woman with gray hair and glasses sits at a table by a window in a cozy wooden cabin, enjoying the benefits of reading for the elderly as she reads a book with a teapot, teacup, and jars on the table in natural light.

The Joy of Reading in Your Golden Years

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Four diverse children—one in a suit, one in a lab coat, one in a green cap, and one in a wheelchair holding a net—smile together under the title Making a Difference, featured among the best new kids books 2024.

Top 10 New Kids Books For 2024

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A child in striped pajamas sits in bed between two adults, illuminated by a laptop screen, while the adults read printed books in the dimly lit room, highlighting children’s screen time.

Screen Time & Overstimulating Children

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Weighing The Elephant

Riddles for Kids

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A young boy wearing a striped long-sleeve shirt and a backpack stands indoors, smiling and holding a green composition notebook, Building Confidence in Children.

Building Confidence in Children: How it is Done

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A family of five sits by a Christmas tree, reading holiday stories for kids together by candlelight, with a warm fireplace and snowy window in the background, creating a cozy holiday atmosphere.

Holiday Stories for Kids | December 2023

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Cartoon featuring a person in a red coat facing two bears outdoors, with November 2023 in bold white letters—perfect for thanksgiving stories for kids or thanksgiving books for kids.

Thanksgiving Stories for Kids

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A smiling young girl with curly hair sits among towering stacks of kids books, surrounded by a whimsical background that suggests imagination and joy. She wears a white shirt and looks upward, appearing inspired and happy.

Kids Books | Recommended Book Lists For Kids

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scary stories for kids

Scary Stories for Kids | October 2023

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A stack of colorful Storytime kids magazines featuring illustrated covers with a tiger, a griffin, and other fantasy characters, plus bold titles and story highlights. Discover exciting stories in every issue.

Special Edition: STGB & Storytime

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A cartoon character in green holds a sword upright, with large white text reading September 2023. A teal border frames the maroon background, capturing a fun back to school vibe.

September 2023

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Two figures stand side by side under a shining sun in a scenic, hilly landscape, celebrating Love Your Bookshop Day. Large, bold white text over the image reads August 2023.

August 2023

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A person walks outdoors in a park with trees, overlaid with bold white text that reads July 2023, capturing the spirit of Summer Reading.

July 2023

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A cartoon mermaid with pink hair and a purple tail swims among seaweed, with fish and musical notes surrounding her. June 2023 is written in large white letters across the scene.

June 2023

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A young child with glasses and a red tie sits at a desk, surrounded by colorful books and stationery that inspire language learning for kids. A small globe and a stack of colored blocks adorn the desk, set against a background of a bookshelf filled with even more books.

4 Reasons for Teaching Kids Languages Using Stories

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A farmer stands in a field holding a pitchfork, with a large beetroot in the foreground. The scene is reminiscent of storytelling moments where one shares tales about the benefits of reading to kids. May 2023 is boldly displayed in white letters.

May 2023

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A young girl with red hair and glasses sits on a wooden table, lost in a book about real-life heroes. She wears a light blue dress and white tights. Beside her, there are additional books and a container of pens. A large window serves as her backdrop, gently illuminating her reading adventure.

April 2023 | Special Edition #3

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Curved bookshelves in a library filled with colorful books create a cozy, inviting atmosphere, perfect for inspiring young minds. With the nurturing environment of child education at its core, the wooden floor and railing enhance the spaces charm.

April 2023 | Special Edition #2

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A young girl is sitting on a bed, intently focused on using a tablet while practicing good internet safety. Dressed in a light blue top and green skirt, the softly lit room reveals a blurred couch and blankets in the background.

April 2023 | Special Edition

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An enchanting illustration of a princess in a blue gown with sparkles captivates the viewer, set against a blurred backdrop. The words April 2023 stand out in bold, white font—reminding us that sometimes magic can be found beyond kids screen time.

April 2023

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An animated scene shows a meerkat, kangaroo, and ostrich on a grassy field under a blue sky. March 2023 Newsletter is elegantly displayed in bold, decorative white font.

March 2023

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A vivid portrayal showcases a person with dark hair adorned by a pink flower, dressed in colorful attire against a blend of green and earthy tones. FEBRUARY 2023 is boldly presented in white capitals, capturing the vibrant essence of the February 2023 Newsletter.

February 2023

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Celebrate the New Year with our January 2023 Newsletter! Blue and black font announces Happy New Year 2023 accompanied by festive blue starburst designs on a crisp white background.

January 2023

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The teal comedy mask with closed eyes and a broad smile showcases the playful expression that is synonymous with PlayAloud. Its black outline and facial details enhance the cheerful design.

Introducing PlayAloud

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The December 2022 Newsletter features a bear in the snow with bold white text marking the month. The scene is elegantly framed in teal.

December 2022

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November 2022 Newsletter text overlays a nest filled with eggs against a wooden background, inviting readers to discover the latest updates and stories.

November 2022

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In a moonlit sky, bats are silhouetted against a glowing full moon as the background shifts from deep blue to greenish hues. This spooky setting perfectly captures the essence of the November 2022 Newsletter, adding an eerie touch to its Halloween-themed atmosphere.

October 2022

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Skunk walks alongside bold white text September 2022 with a backdrop featuring a house, trees, and a hill beneath the blue sky. Its part of the Stories to Grow By September 2022 Newsletter collection.

September 2022

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A person with long hair wearing a crown holds a smiling frog, accented with the text from the Stories to Grow By August 2022 Newsletter. A teal border enhances this charming artwork.

August 2022

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A person holding an orange drink is set against a green background with July 2022 boldly displayed in white letters. The scene is bordered in teal, capturing the spirit of the Stories to Grow By July 2022 newsletter.

July 2022

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Stylized text Stories to Grow By June 2022 Newsletter in bold white letters with a teal border and abstract background featuring soft yellow and purple hues.

June 2022

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In the foreground, large white text reads May 2022, set against a teal border. Blurred in the background is a woman, adding intrigue to the composition. This is part of Stories to Grow Bys May 2022 Newsletter, offering inspiring narratives and insights.

May 2022

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A cartoon elephant stands indoors, surrounded by other animals beneath a thatched roof. The bold white text April 2022 is prominently displayed, encased by a teal border. This vibrant scene comes to life as the cover for the Stories to Grow By April 2022 Newsletter.

April 2022

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Split diagonally, one side features a white, textured bear set against a brown background; the other presents a child in a red coat, scarf, and knit hat holding a mitten on a dark blue backdrop. This evokes the magical world of Stories to Grow By, reminiscent of their March 2022 Newsletter.

March 2022

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The whimsical design features a cute owl with large eyes, surrounded by a border of red hearts on a pink gradient background. This warm and affectionate scene captures the essence of February 2022 perfectly.

February 2022

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A cute owl face with large, expressive eyes, a small yellow beak, and fluffy feathers emerges against a black background. Discover delightful tales of such charming creatures on the bedtime story app.

Stories to Grow By – Bedtime Stories App Now Available!

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A cheerful cartoon owl wearing a Happy New Year hat is surrounded by fireworks against a dark blue backdrop, capturing the festive spirit as February 2022 approaches.

January 2022

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Against a black background, a round, wide-eyed owl face with soft beige and white feathers captivates with its cute and curious expression. Its large eyes and small yellow beak convey charm. Consider supporting stories to inspire young minds with a donation to Stories to Grow By.

Special Edition – December 2021

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Bedtime Stories for Kids

December 2021

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Bedtime Stories for Kids

November 2021

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Bedtime Stories for Kids

October 2021

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A cartoon owl with large eyes stands on a tree branch, engrossed in a yellow book featuring another owl. Behind it, autumn leaves adorn the tree against a teal background, creating the perfect setting for a whimsical bedtime story.

September 2021

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Distance Learning Educational Websites for Kids

Distance Learning Websites for Parents, Teachers and Children

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Reader’s Theater

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Real Stories We Love