As DVD players disappear from classrooms and homes, viewing opportunities for educational videos become more challenging when considering individual interests and reading time. Stepping in to fill the gap is VidieGoGo, a booklike device with an embedded screen.

For young listeners who need a reminder that kindness matters and resilience is powerful, share these audio titles to provide inspiration, comfort, and even temporary escape.

Rebecca Stead's first picture book and an audiobook of the latest Renée Watson title make the list, along with several back-to-school books.

Old friends and new skills take center stage in these silly and warm books that kids will be thrilled to encounter on the road to independent reading.

These bright additions to picture book series will allow children to go on new adventures with familiar characters.

Whether it’s harrowing tales of survival, epic fantasy, spine-tingling horror, or silly derring-do, the name of the game in these series installments is adventure.

A robust collection of chapter books filled with gentle high jinks and diverse characters.

From The Smurfs to the Pizzaplex, these reviews will help librarians keep up with this high-demand format.

These slim, accessible series have all the drama, intrigue, and action older students are looking to read.