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You'll Find These Kids lit Books On My Shelves...
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items I never outgrew my passion for well-written children's/MG books (so naturally, since I also loved storytelling, I ended up writing for kids lol.) I love how these books can tackle meaningful themes without being ‘preachy’ or inappropriate. Below, you...
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Picture Books
Chapter Books
Quests For Boys
Princess Adventures For Girls
Middle Grade
Picture Books
The MC has my name! Perhaps that's one of the reasons why this series was a fun childhood read for me. Plus, Lily's care for her best friend was so sweet. Reminds me of myself at that age, when stuffed animals were such fun friends.
I Love You, Blue Kangaroo! 25th Edition
This book!!! Adoption is huge in my family, and this sweet picture book so beautifully captures the heart of what a family really is.(This is an affiliate link, meaning if you buy the book via this link, I'll earn a small commission.)
A Mother for Choco | Paperback
This is one of the sweetest stories that feature a mother-daughter bond! At the end you'll probably want a pocketbook just like the main character.
The Big Green Pocketbook
Chapter Books
This is another lovely found-family/adoption type story. And set in a lighthouse too (This is an affiliate link, meaning if you buy the book via this link, I'll earn a small commission.)
The Storm | Paperback
Kid-Detective who loves pancakes. Enough said. (This is an affiliate link, meaning if you buy the book via this link, I'll earn a small commission.)
Nate the Great (Nate the Great Series)|Paperback
*whispers* Yes, this is my first chapter book for kids. I was inspired to do a dreamy, whimsical tale, perfect for night time reading. I'd say for kids that are just a bit more advance in reading skills could do this book on their own. Although, I've...
Nova And The Lost Stars (Star Crest Haven)
Dolls. I have so many fond memories of playing dolls with my sisters. Though not a ‘chapter’ book per se (there's no chapter breaks), it's almost the same length, maybe a bit shorter. So this would make a lovely read aloud, or easily read alone by yo...
The Best-Loved Doll | Paperback
More found-family! Sensing a theme here? It's sweet and gentle, and a classic. I love Sarah. She's the best. (This is an affiliate link, meaning if you buy the book via this link, I'll earn a small commission.)
Sarah, Plain and Tall (Newbery Medal Winner)|Paperback
Aside from dolls, I loved beautiful dresses. So a story about a girl that has a hundred of them? Uh, yes please! Looking back, it's a great story that shows how our actions can have real consequences, yet we can still learn from them and try to make ...
The Hundred Dresses
Quests For Boys
When my family first read this book, we couldn't stop laughing. This short book is such a riot! Though there's others in the series, Lancelot is hands-down the best. And the acorn scene. (Iykyk) (This is an affiliate link, meaning if you buy the book...
The Adventures of Sir Lancelot the Great|Paperback
I'd say a bit slower paced, but so rich in beautiful Christian-based themes. The edition with the newer illustrations is my most favorite.
Medallion
Princess Adventures For Girls
I recently read this non-magical fantasy book, and the premise caught my interest! This would be a great way to give readers a glimpse into what building their own kingdom is like. And the tension/high stakes were really good in this one! (This is an...
Princess Juniper of the Hourglass | Paperback
Yes, technically a chapter book. But it has such wonderful, original fairy tale princess vibes, so I thought I'd include it here. I'm petitioning for more original fairy tale books like this one. Anyone with me?
The King's Equal (Trophy Chapter Books)
It's funny, original, sweet, and just all around wholesome. My sister and I adore this lbook (she probably loves it more than me lol.) Oh, and the song Lavender's Blue is in this story, just like the 2015 Cinderella film!
The Ordinary Princess | Paperback
Middle Grade
I'm in love with the moody descriptions of this book! A fun classic that'd make a great read-aloud (This is an affiliate link, meaning if you buy the book via this link, I'll earn a small commission.)
Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt, Paperback
Best. Christian. Fiction. Ever! Even if it technically isn't ‘labelled' Christian fiction, I think it should fall under that category. The themes, the character, were just so well-done! Bring tissues, though 'cause that ending *sniffles*. (This is an...
The Bronze Bow: A Newbery Award Winner | Paperback
Aaand, I'm dropping one of my other books in this list ;). This heartfelt, compelling story features found-family themes that my readers have very much enjoyed; so I hope you'll enjoy them too! (And it has a gallery and illustrations!!! Just thought ...
Because You Saw Me (The Daviron Chronicles)
Simple, yet so moving. Ivan is a dear, and I love his character! And Ruby. Isn't she the sweetest, funniest little elephant ever?! (This is an affiliate link, meaning if you buy the book via this link, I'll earn a small commission.)
The One and Only Ivan (Newbery Medal Winner) | Paperback
Speare amazes me with how she's able to craft such realistic, endearing characters, and takes you on an emotional journey. She may or may not have deeply inspired me as a writer ;). (This is an affiliate link, meaning if you buy the book via this lin...
The Witch of Blackbird Pond (Newbery Medal Winner) | Paperback
I'm still loving this one because it's the first MG anthology that I was a part of. (I honestly would love to see more MG anthologies, by the way.) The best part? You can read some of my friends' work, since they're in it too! (And you might find a n...
Diverged in a Wood | Anthology