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Best Book Picks for Elementary School Kids
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items Looking for great books your elementary-aged kids will actually want to read? This list is packed with age-appropriate, mom-approved book recommendations that keep kids entertained while building strong reading habits. From silly adventures and graph...
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Best Books for Kindergarten to 2nd Grade | Fun & Easy Reads for Early Readers
Books for 2nd to 4th Grade | Fun, Engaging Chapter Books for Growing Readers
Books for 4th and 5th Graders | Smart, Fun Reads to Keep Them Hooked
Best Books for Kindergarten to 2nd Grade | Fun & Easy Reads for Early Readers
These K–2 book picks are perfect for early readers just starting their reading journey. Whether you're reading aloud at bedtime or looking for beginner-friendly books they can tackle on their own, this list has you covered.
The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog! is a hilarious and super relatable read for little ones. Mo Willems nails the toddler drama over food-sharing with laugh-out-loud dialogue and simple illustrations that keep kids engaged.
Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog! by Mo Willems
Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! is a modern classic for a reason funny, interactive, and full of toddler-level persistence that every parent will recognize. Kids love yelling “NO!” at the pigeon, and it’s a great way to get them involved in the s...
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes is all about going with the flow even when life gets messy (literally). The catchy, repetitive rhythm makes it perfect for read-aloud, and Pete’s chill attitude teaches kids to stay positive no matter what.
Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes
Hi! Fly Guy is a silly, easy-to-read favorite for kids just starting with early chapter books. With short sentences, big illustrations, and tons of humor, it keeps new readers engaged without overwhelming them.
Hi! Fly Guy - Books
Books for 2nd to 4th Grade | Fun, Engaging Chapter Books for Growing Readers
This list is packed with fun and engaging books perfect for 2nd to 4th graders who are building reading confidence and ready for longer stories. From laugh-out-loud graphic novels to exciting chapter books with relatable characters, these picks help ...
The Dog Man series is an absolute hit for elementary readers
Dog Man
Judy Moody is full of personality moody, dramatic, curious, and totally relatable for elementary kids figuring out the ups and downs of growing up.
Judy Moody Most Mood-tastic Collection 1-12
Narwhal and Jelly are the cutest underwater duo your kids didn’t know they needed. This 5-book hardcover set is packed with silly adventures, sweet friendship moments, and laugh-out-loud one-liners
A Waffle Lot of Narwhal and Jelly (Books 1-5)
The Magic Tree House series is a perfect intro to chapter books mixing time travel, adventure, and just enough history to sneak in some learning.
Magic Tree House Boxed Set, Books 1-4
Books for 4th and 5th Graders | Smart, Fun Reads to Keep Them Hooked
These 4th and 5th grade book picks are perfect for kids who are ready for deeper stories, bigger adventures, and characters they can really connect with. Whether they love fantasy, humor, mystery, or real-life drama, this list has a little bit of eve...
The Wild Robot is one of those books that sticks with you. It’s beautifully written, full of adventure, and dives into big themes like nature, kindness, and what it means to belong.
The Wild Robot (Volume 1) (The Wild Robot, 1)
If your kid is already a Percy Jackson fan, Wrath of the Triple Goddess is a must-read continuation of the action, humor, and Greek mythology they love. Rick Riordan brings back Percy’s classic voice with a fresh new quest that’s just as exciting and...
Wrath of the Triple Goddess (Percy Jackson)
Smile is a heartfelt graphic novel that totally gets what it’s like to grow up. From braces and awkward middle school moments to friendship drama and self-confidence, it’s super relatable.
Smile: Raina Telgemeier
Frindle is a smart, funny read that gets kids thinking outside the box. It follows a creative kid who invents a new word and suddenly finds himself in a battle of wits with his teacher and the whole school.
Frindle by Andrew Clements, Brian Selznick
