Books About Children · 179 titles considered

The Best Children Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about children? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Children

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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1962

Snow

By P.D. Eastman, Roy Mc Kie · Beginner Books series

Discover the magic of a snowy day filled with playful adventures.

61 pages· 494 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 5,200 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2020

Cece Loves Science

A group of students learn about push and pull forces in their science class.

40 pages· 826 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 242 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2015

What Pet Should I Get?

Two children try to decide which pet to bring home.

40 pages· 643 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
3.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 5,762 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2019

The Crayon Man

A man invents a new kind of colored crayon that brings joy to children all around the world.

48 pages· 1,134 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 2,259 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2017

Here We Are

A person is introduced to the planet Earth and its inhabitants.

40 pages· 483 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.5/5 Goodreads · 8,135 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1997

The Seven Silly Eaters

A family of picky eaters surprises their mother with a special twist.

40 pages· 1,250 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
6.2/7 Bookroo experts·4.5/5 Goodreads · 4,312 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2004

I Wanna Iguana

A boy negotiates with his mom to get an iguana through hilarious notes.

32 pages· 602 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 6,016 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2014

My Pet Book

A boy's unusual pet goes missing, sparking an adventurous search.

40 pages· 707 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,194 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1948

Blueberries for Sal

A little girl and a bear become lost on Blueberry Hill while picking blueberries with their mothers.

56 pages· 1,147 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
5.7/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 74,599 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Look

Siblings explore the zoo, encountering baboons and balloons, in a playful, double-o word adventure.

40 pages· 34 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 516 ratings
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Children Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about children for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Puppies and Piggies

Ages 4–7 · 2008

A sneaky puppy explores a farm full of playful baby animals.

The New Friend

Ages 2–5 · 2016

A new friend tests the bond between two beach buddies.

I Love You Because You're You

Ages 4–7 · 1999

A parent's love embraces every mood, from joy to fear.

Teach Us, Amelia Bedelia

Ages 4–8 · 1977

A mix-up turns Amelia Bedelia into a teacher, causing classroom chaos.

Beach Day

Ages 4–6 · 2001

Join Little Critter on a beach adventure full of surprises.

Five Minutes' Peace

Ages 4–8 · 1986

A mother seeks peace, but chaos ensues.

Last Stop on the Reindeer Express

Ages 3–7 · 2017

A magical mailbox whisks Mia on a journey to deliver a special card before Christmas.

Trick or Treat, Little Critter

Ages 3–7 · 1993

Join the Halloween adventure with Little Critter and friends!

Just Shopping With Mom

Ages 8–12 · 1989

A shopping trip turns chaotic as Little Critter's sister causes trouble. Can Mom save the day?

All the Colors of the Earth

Ages 4–8 · 1994

Discover a world where children's colors and love blend into a vibrant celebration of diversity.

Read to Tiger

Ages 2–6 · 2010

A boy's quiet reading time is disrupted by a playful tiger's antics.

My Mum Is the Best by Bluey and Bingo

Ages 3–5 · 2022

Discover a magical world through Mum's playful adventures with Bluey and Bingo.

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Children Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about children for developing and independent readers.

Little Kids First Big Book of Animals
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Little Kids First Big Book of Animals

Ages 3–5 · 2010

Discover the wonders of wildlife through captivating animal tales for young explorers.

Little Kids First Big Book of the World

Ages 4–7 · 2015

Explore the world with fun activities and colorful maps.

Heidi Heckelbeck and the Big Mix-Up

Ages 7–9 · 2016

A young girl navigates friendships and misunderstandings in her second-grade class

The Midnight Gang

Ages 8–12 · 2016

A hospital stay turns into a magical adventure for five children.

Sam the Stolen Puppy

Ages 6–9 · 2008

A puppy is stolen. Can Emily find her beloved pet?

Charlie & Mouse Even Better

Ages 6–9 · 2019

A family celebrates a mother's birthday with pancakes, shopping, and a surprise party.

Mr. Hynde Is Out of His Mind!

Ages 6–10 · 2005

A second-grader's music teacher is replaced by a cool new teacher who turns the class into a hip-hop experience.

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Puppy Love

Ages 7–10 · 2007

A young girl tries to find the perfect pet, but her attempts are met with chaos and disaster.

The Poet's Dog

Ages 6–10 · 2016

A dog guides two children through a storm, revealing secrets of love and loss.

Tooth Fairy's Night

Ages 4–6

The Tooth Fairy visits children to collect their teeth and leave gifts in return.

Lunch Lady and the Cyborg Substitute

Ages 7–9 · 2009

A substitute teacher is suspected of being a robot and a group of kids investigate, leading to a showdown with the Lunch Lady, who fights crime, and an evil plot to replace teachers with robots.

Dick and Jane Fun Wherever We Are

Ages 4–6 · 1962

Children and a pet named Puff respond to urgent calls for help while repeating simple commands and expressions of alarm.

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