Back to School, Back to Books!

Books & Literature     From Emily Faherty, your About Books & Literature Editor     Whether school is already back in session or you're savoring what little remains of summer vacation, it can be a tough transition back to the classroom for students, teachers, and parents alike. But we're here to help, with a few easy ways to keep reading this fall — beyond the textbooks and required assignments.   Follow us on:     15 Great Children's Books About Starting School Chances are your kids are dreading going back to school. Or if they're starting a brand new one this year, they probably have a case of the jitters, too. Calm the nerves of your smallest students with these great children's picture books that make the first day a bit less scary. READ NOW   Show Your Kids How Much You Love to Read How can you set a good example for kids this school year? Show them how much fun reading can be by starting or joining an adult book club! You’ll have "homework" too, and it’s a nice chance to read any books you might have missed this summer. READ NOW   8 Smart Beach Reads for the Final Days of Summer On this upcoming holiday weekend, we’re catching some rays and turning some pages on these eight beach reads that actually make you think. How’s that for a smooth transition into the school year? READ NOW     ADVERTISEMENT Featured Articles 10 Classic Books for Back to School Season Get to Know These Contemporary Authors What You Should Read This August Our Favorite Back to School Quotes Top Books Becoming Movies in 2014 Review: ‘Lost for Words’ by Edward St. Aubyn More from About.com Sign up for Shareables! An every-morning rundown of the day in history, with headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Click here to sign up! It's free (of course) and we think you'll like it! Want More From About.com? Check out our social channels tailored to every interest! Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Books & Literature newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 Privacy Policy © 2014 About.com