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Kids books that are actually fun to read
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items I’ve collected over 600 children’s books over the last 4 years. This list includes the books that I love reading aloud and that my son adores.
One of my all time favorites. Written in a made up language. And BEAUTIFUL illustrations as always from Carson Ellis. My son and I have been quoting it since he was 2.
Du Iz Tak? - Books - Amazon.com
Oh how I love Kaya Doi. These books are a true gift. I have all of them and I’ve read each of them over 100 times.
Chirri & Chirra, The Rainy Day - Enchanted Lion Books
This book must be read in a Texan accent. It’s one of my favorite books to read out loud. I give all of the characters a different Texas persona.
Armadilly Chili (Albert Whitman Prairie)
This is one of my favorites from my childhood. It’s become one of my son’s favorite books as well. I’ve scoured the internet trying to find a rug for my home that resembles Rabbits, because it’s just so beautiful. One can really empathize with Rabbit...
Rabbit's New Rug by Marc Tolon Brown
I really appreciate the message on this book. I love everything Leo Lionni writes, because he has a poetic way of getting incredible messages across to young listeners/readers. This book explains how having the biggest home may not complement a life ...
The Biggest House in the World (Knopf Children's)
This entire series is so good. I loved it as a kid and now my 4 year old loves it. We’re constantly laughing when we read these delightful books. Lots of Texas humor.
The Original Adventures of Hank the Cowdog
I love everything Julia Donaldson writes, but Jonty Gentoo has to be my favorite. It’s so much fun to read. She’s got a way of crafting words into beautiful, whimsical prose.
Jonty Gentoo - The Adventures of a Penguin
I would recommend all of Todd Parr’s books. The Earth Book is an essential.
The EARTH Book by Todd Parr - 9780316042659
Buy every single moonbear book. I love the illustrations and the stories are so so cute.
Moonbear's Shadow by Frank Asch 9781442494268
I love Mortimer. My son and I sing his song constantly.
Mortimer (Classic Munsch) 9781773210827
Another Chirri and Chirra. This one is strange, in the best way.
Chirri & Chirra, In the Night - Enchanted Lion Books
Julio Torres is so wonderful and so very strange. I believe he’s the Wes Anderson of our generation. He has his own unique style that really comes to life in this book. This book is unmatched in comedy and illustration.
I Want to Be a Vase: Torres, Julio, Glander
There are no words in this book, only hilarious and beautiful illustrations. So you will have to talk through what you see with your kid. It’s magical and very fun.
The Midnight Fair - Gideon Sterer - Amazon.com
A must have for any child who has a family member who lives far away. I love this book and its message
The Longest, Strongest Thread: Leitner, Inbal
Another book with no words but very fun illustrations. Go back in time as you explore the wonders of a film camera washed ashore
Flotsam by David Wiesner - 9780618194575
I love the illustrations in this book and the underlying message, which is to lead with integrity and honesty.
The Empty Pot: Demi, Demi - Books - Amazon.com
For anybody who has ever had to move to a new house, this book is a must-have. It’s beautifully illustrated and a wonderful story about saying goodbye to a home and how when you’re with the ones you love, a new house will eventually become a home.
The Blue House
Whimsical, fun, and a beautiful portrayal of a child’s ability to find a solution for the impossible.
The Salamander Room (Dragonfly Books) - Amazon.com
A book about the impact of deforestation. But it’s very fun to read. You see the humans through the animals eyes, but it’s not scary. One by one the animals of the rainforest attempt to convince the man with the ax to think again about cutting down t...
the great kapok tree
I’m so invested in Bert’s success. In this Julia Donald story we watch as Bert tries and tries to impress a bird who does not appreciate him. But her loss is Bert’s gain.
Bert, the Bowerbird: Small Bird, Big Heart
A necessary book for all kids. Not necessarily the most fun to read, given the topic. But it does a fantastic job of teaching what all children need to know to keep themselves safe.
Shout NO!: A Child's Rhyme About Tricky People