As an auntie, I’ve realized that the 15 minutes we spend reading before bed are the most important minutes of the day. It’s not just about learning to read; it’s about building a world of empathy, courage, and big dreams in their little hearts. I’ve sifted through hundreds of titles to find the ones that my kids actually ask for every single night the ones that make them think and make me tear up a little. These are our all-time favorites that turned our home into a tiny library of wonders.