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What I Grew Up Reading — Children's Books
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items A collection of children’s books that never lose their magic, ranging from classic tales to modern favourites. Filled with adventure, imagination, and life lessons, these stories continue to charm children and evoke nostalgia in older readers, includ...
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Classics — Short Stories
Classics — Novels
Modern
Extras: Reading Essentials
Classics — Short Stories
All-time favourites.
A timeless classic that takes me straight back to childhood. The tale of Snow White, her beauty, and the seven dwarfs’ loyalty.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs | Hardcover
An enchanting adventure that takes me back to childhood. It’s the story of Rapunzel, a spirited girl with magical hair, who sets out on an adventure to discover the world beyond her tower.
Tangled
A timeless fairy tale about kindness, hope, and dreams coming true, following Cinderella as she overcomes hardship with grace and a little magic.
Cinderella | Hardcover
Follow Mowgli, a boy raised by wolves, as he navigates the jungle, makes friends, and learns lessons about courage and friendship.
The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling | eBook
A timeless tale of kindness and sacrifice, following the statue of the Happy Prince who, with the help of a loyal swallow, gives away his precious jewels to help the poor. A beautiful story about generosity, compassion, and seeing the world with a ca...
Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde, Paperback
Jack trades his cow for magic beans, and soon a giant beanstalk reaches into the clouds. At the top waits a world of giants, treasures, and daring escapes. This isn’t just a childhood classic; it’s one of my dearest memories as my mother used to read...
Jack and the Beanstalk by Steven Kellogg | Paperback
Orphaned Heidi is sent to live with her grandfather in the Swiss Alps, where her warmth and cheer slowly soften his gruff heart. Her story moves between the mountains and the city, filled with friendship, kindness, and the healing power of nature.
Heidi by Johanna Spyri | Paperback
Curious little Goldilocks wanders into the house of three bears. She tries their porridge, chairs, and beds until she finds each one ‘just right.’ This is a simple but timeless tale of curiosity, comfort, and consequences.
Goldilocks and the Three Bears (Caldecott Honor Book)
It starts with a fly, and then the old lady swallows a spider, a bird, a cat, and on and on. The silliness builds with each rhyme, making it one of the funniest, most absurd stories I loved hearing as a child. A quirky classic that never loses its ch...
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly!
A princess cursed to sleep for a hundred years, a kingdom frozen in time, and a prince who dares to break the spell with a single kiss. Sleeping Beauty is a timeless fairytale of fate, magic, and love’s power to awaken what’s lost.
Sleeping Beauty | Hardcover
Classics — Novels
All-time favourites.
Matilda is a smart, curious girl who loves reading and finds ways to stand up to her neglectful parents and unfair school life. I have always loved her cleverness and courage.
Matilda by Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake, Paperback
The story of Charlie Bucket, a kind-hearted boy who wins a golden ticket to Willy Wonka’s magical chocolate factory, full of wonder, surprises, and lessons on character.
Beware: You might need a big supply of chocolate on the side to get through th...
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake, Paperback
The story of Milo as he travels through a whimsical world full of puzzles, adventures, and lessons about curiosity, learning, and seeing the value in the everyday.
The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster, Jules Feiffer, Paperback
Follow Alice as she tumbles down the rabbit hole into a whimsical, topsy-turvy world full of curious characters, puzzling adventures, and imaginative wonders. I have always loved how it turns logic upside down and makes the impossible feel delightful...
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland & Other Stories ...
Follow Lemuel Gulliver on fantastical journeys to strange lands full of tiny people, giants, and odd customs. A clever mix of adventure, satire, and imagination that has captivated readers for generations.
Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift, Paperback
Join Dorothy as she travels through the magical land of Oz with her friends, seeking home, courage, heart, and brains. A timeless adventure full of whimsy, friendship, and unforgettable characters.
The Wizard of Oz (Barnes & Noble Children's Collectible Editions) | Hardcover
J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit is a timeless adventure that follows Bilbo Baggins, an unassuming hobbit who is swept into a quest with a band of dwarves and the wizard Gandalf. What begins as a reluctant journey soon becomes a tale of courage, wit, and ...
The Hobbit | Paperback
Modern
Recent books for children.
The story of Elizabeth as she survives school life with mischief, curiosity, and a knack for getting into (and out of) trouble. Charming, fun, and full of childhood adventures.
The Naughtiest Girl in The School (Book 1) by Enid Blyton
Elizabeth is back at Whyteleafe, determined to behave better this term. But trouble seems to find her no matter what. Between new friendships, misunderstandings, and lessons that test her temper, she learns that growing up isn’t as easy as it sounds....
The Naughtiest Girl Again by Blyton, Enid | Hardback
A heartwarming picture book about being different, finding yourself, and learning to love who you are. Told through Peet Montzingo’s humorous and empathetic perspective, it’s full of laughter, life lessons, and beautiful illustrations. I love how it ...
Little Imperfections: A Tall Tale of Growing Up Different
Extras: Reading Essentials
Some products to make reading fun and easy for you.
The perfect printable bookmarks to use while reading during the Fall and Halloween season.
The BOO-kish Bundle | Fall and Halloween Themed Bookmarks
Perfect printable bookmark for pumpkin and spooky-stuff lovers.
BOO-k Worm | Fall and Halloween Themed Printable Bookmark
The perfect printable bookmark for the lovers of cats and spooky books.
Purranormal Book Lover | Halloween and Cat Themed Printable Bookmark