Introduce your children to stories that will shape their perspective of the holiday season and their understanding of the world. As holidays such as Thanksgiving in the US approach, children are more exposed to themes of gratitude and kindness.  While this time of the year focuses on giving back and being kind to others, introducing … Continue Reading →

Access to knowledge is foundational. For children and families around the world, the reading resources that libraries provide are crucial for long-term success. There are few places as special as a library. With free access to a wealth of knowledge, countless resources, and a safe space for exploration, these spaces offer communities a place to … Continue Reading →

Discover tips for organizing supplies, setting routines, and starting a new reading habit with the BookSmart app. As summer winds down in many parts of the world and the school year approaches, it’s time to start preparing for a smooth transition back to school. From organizing supplies to establishing new routines, this back-to-school checklist is … Continue Reading →

Learning is powerful in every language. Discover our collection of multilingual books to encourage your child to embrace their community and identity on International Literacy Day 2024. For many children around the world, learning multiple languages is a part of daily life. It’s how they connect with different aspects of their identity, culture, and community. … Continue Reading →

Learn what picture books are, why they’re important for childhood learning, and how they provide educational and emotional benefits for kids. As children, our favorite books are often the ones that captivate us with bright colors, charming characters, and boundless creativity. When kids see stories come to life on the page, it opens up a … Continue Reading →

Help your kid fall in love with reading by exploring our five best bedtime books for children and tips for reading at nighttime. Children love bedtime stories! They help parents create a calming bedtime routine so their kids can fall asleep gently. Reading to your children at night has multiple positive effects. It relaxes children, fosters … Continue Reading →

Meet our new publishing partners from around the world who shared their books with us to get children reading. Getting children reading starts with quality stories that spark learning and inspire confidence. Our free digital library aims to provide young readers with just that – it includes a wide range of diverse books to engage … Continue Reading →

Stories change lives. For refugee children, reading can make all the difference in times of crisis and help them find their path forward. Being forced to leave your home is one of the hardest things people can experience. It’s a task that requires courage, strength, and hope in the face of unthinkable health, safety, emotional, … Continue Reading →

Find some of our tips for creating a reading list and program to help children make the most of their summer and get the benefits of reading. Summer in the US is a time for relaxation and fun, but it’s also a golden opportunity to keep young minds engaged and growing. A well-planned summer reading … Continue Reading →

Inspire your child to reach for new heights with these children’s sports books about sport heroes and the Olympic Games. The Olympics are a unique event where athletes from all over the world come together to compete in various sports. It’s a time of incredible stories, hard work, and dreams coming true. Kids can learn … Continue Reading →

Check out these digital stories that are perfect for reading with your child and creating connections that last. There are many different ways parents and caregivers can spend quality time with their child, but our favorite is reading! Sharing books with your child can help foster a love of learning and boost their language skills. … Continue Reading →

Join our Heroes to Zero, read their stories and help children learn about climate and how they can make a difference. Our world is changing – but so can we! When we learn about the environment early, we can give children a head start on taking care of our planet. When we teach them about … Continue Reading →