It's a rare, quiet Sunday night. You're browsing for books for your little ones, having put them to bed, wondering if picture books you've added to your cart might be too simple or too challenging for them.
Here at Thryft, we hope you find the right books, at the right time. That's why we're thrilled to share changes we've made to your browsing experience; changes we hope will make these moments of decision making for you a little easier, a little more certain.
A New Way to Browse: Browse Children's Books by Reading Grades
We've organised children's books in our store by reading grades! Now, you can browse through sections relevant for you:
- Early Learning
- For magical, first encounters with stories.
- Pre-K
- It's here where stories begin to bloom!
- Kindergarten
- Let your children's imagination take flight!
Primary School:
- Primary 1
- As your children begin their formal learning journey.
- Primary 2
- Books in this collection help build confidence in young readers.
- Primary 3
- Expand your children's horizons.
- Primary 4
- Readers of this grade will start developing independence!
- Primary 5
- Books in this collection continue growing comprehension.
- Primary 6
- At Primary 6, children can read independently and thoughtfully!
Secondary School:
We know how precious your time is, and how important it is to find just the right books for your child's learning journey. That's why we've organised everything by grade levels – so you can quickly zoom in on books that perfectly match your child's current educational stage, aligned with their school curriculum, and help them grow as they progress. No more wondering if a book is too advanced or too easy; just the right reads for your young readers, right when you need them.
New Collections: Board Books and Educational Books
We've been listening to what parents have been hoping for, and we're excited to introduce two main collections that we hope will make finding the right books easier for you, here at Thryft:
Board BooksPerfect for little hands and early exploration, our collection of sturdy board books has been specially curated for our youngest readers.
Educational Books for ChildrenWithin this collection, you'll find helpful filters that parents often request:
- Workbooks & Activity Books (for hands-on learning)
- Reading & Phonics (building strong foundations)
- Guided Reading (supporting independent reading progress)
- Reference (for curious minds)
- Science & Nature (exploring the world)
- Math (making numbers fun)
Just click on any of these categories that interest you and your child, and you'll find carefully selected preloved books ready to spark curiosity and interest in your child's learning journey.
Age Info: Your Friendly Guide
We've added something rather special - clear age recommendations that appear as you browse. Imagine a librarian, or an educator encouraging you to pick up books perfect for your seven-year-old, or books fun for bedtime reading with your toddler!
A Little Note from Us
We know that raising readers isn't easy. Some days, it's about finding that perfect book that makes their eyes light up. Other days, it's about building foundations for a lifetime of learning. Whichever stage you're at in this journey, we hope these new features of ours make your path a little clearer.
Every time you choose a preloved book, you're doing something rather wonderful. You're not just finding a new story for your child – you're giving that book a second life, reducing waste, and making quality reading more accessible for everyone! It's also teaching our children about sustainability, one story at a time.
Happy browsing, dear parents!