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Favorite short chapter book series for kids that will keep them reading

These short chapter book series are perfect for kids ages 6-9. They’re fun, engaging, and sure to have your kiddo begging for a trip to the library to get the next book!

These short chapter books are perfect for kids ages 6-9. They're fun, engaging, and sure to have your kiddo begging for a trip to the library to get the next book in the series.

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When I taught school, one of my best strategies to motivate reluctant readers to pick up a book was to get them hooked on a great series.

And book series aren’t just for struggling readers either!

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How to get kids to read this summer + Free printable summer reading charts

Need a simple way to keep track of your kids’ reading during the summer? Download these free printable summer reading charts to keep kids motivated all summer long!

printable summer reading charts to keep kids reading all summer long.

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Ahh summer. The season of ice-cold popsicles, crackling campfires, sunny days…and sopping wet beach towels left on the bathroom floor (#truth).

Whether you have a bucket list full of adventures or prefer to be more spontaneous and enjoy whatever comes your way, part of the joy of summer is kicking back, letting go of strict school schedules, and having fun!

Still, we want our kids to keep their minds sharp over the summer, and one of the best ways to do that is by encouraging our kids to READ!

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14+ picture books about colors your kids will love

Teach your child all the colors of the rainbow (and more!) with these fabulous picture books about colors.

Teach your preschooler all the colors of the rainbow (and more!) with these fabulous picture books about colors.

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Exploring colors with kids is such fun! Color identification is a core kindergarten-readiness skill, and the possibilities for playing and learning with the colors in the world around you are endless!

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15 picture books about kindness to inspire your kids

Show some love to your favorite little people this month by snuggling up together with a good book…and inspire them to keep the good deeds going with these fabulous picture books about kindness.

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Let’s be real for a moment…my house is not always filled with gentle, loving-kindness. My three wild boys spend a lot of time wrestling each other and trying to push each other’s buttons.

They love each other, and when push comes to shove (and sometimes it really does) they really do take care of each other, but like most kids, they also have their difficult moments.

So, let’s just say, we can use all the inspiration we can get over here in the “choose to be kind” department.

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Easy-to-read chapter books that kids in the “early reader” stage will love

If your child is just crossing the bridge from picture books to novels, you’ll love these easy-to-read chapter books. They are the sweet spot that will keep kids entertained while strengthening reading skills and confidence.

If your child is just crossing the bridge from picture books to novels, you'll love these easy-to-read chapter books. They are the sweet spot that will keep kids entertained while strengthening reading skills and confidence.

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Over the last year, my 7-year-old son’s reading ability has exploded. I’ve seen him develop a hunger for books, and seen his confidence in reading grow. He is flying through stories now that he would have been intimidated by just a few months ago. It has been so fun to watch!

But this in-between stage of reading is tricky in some ways, too. Several months ago, he got to the point where he was ready to experiment with reading longer texts than a typical picture book, but he wasn’t quite ready for a full novel. So, I began hunting for books that could help him bridge that gap.

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Fabulous chapter books to read-aloud to your kids this summer

Build your summer reading list with these fun-filled and kid-approved chapter books. They’re perfect for reading aloud as a family and inspiring your own adventures this summer.

Build your summer reading list with these fun-filled and kid-approved chapter books. They're perfect for reading aloud as a family and inspiring your own adventures this summer.

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One of my VERY favorite parts of being a mom is reading aloud to my kids. Just about every night, I read a chapter or two of a novel to my older two boys (ages 6 and 9) at bedtime. I take turns snuggling them in their beds, and we explore far off places and have wild adventures in the pages of the books we read together.

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