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Five interactive toys that promise to make kids smarter Do they really work? »

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A portable gaming device offers learning on the go Keep on hand »

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Being a teenager is more than just showing up at shopping malls and homecoming games. We review new fiction that explores the hard parts of life. Tough Stuff »

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Books to calm kids down and send them to sleep with a smile Beyond Goodnight Moon »

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Books for readers who love fantasy, cooking, and mischief-making How do you ditch a fairy? »

Magic, mice, and a boy named Melonhead make a memorable summer reading list Great books for young readers »

The year's best picture books, and some classics, will thrill your young visitors Meet Grumpy Grandpa »

The inspiring story of a child's special love for her sister who has Down syndrome A must read »

The best books to get children excited about going outside Bugs, bears, and bunnies galore! »

A new crop of preteen heroes has its own tricks up its sleeve Figure it out »

Our new columnist tells how her favorites have influenced her and her kids Find a book for your grandchild »

The world is not flat, and neither is this book Another dimension »