Reading plays a vital role in nurturing young minds. It builds empathy, sparks curiosity, and helps children make sense of the world around them. Here are a few of our favorite books—some timeless classics, some exciting new reads.
Important book to inspire young girls to pursue their STEM dreams.
ADA Twist, Scientist
I actually read this book for the first time as an adult and was absolutely blown away. This book stands the test of time.
A Wrinkle in Time
Fan of puns and word play? This is for you. (And it's not just for kids)
The Phantom Tollbooth
This book helped to show me how beautiful it is to be a wild thing.
Where the Wild Things Are
This was my absolute FAVORITE book as a child. I was mesmerized by the illustrations and utterly captivated by the story. I loved that the main character was a girl who felt wild and free. It's a feeling I still try to embody as an adult.
The Girl Who Loved Wild Horses
The Giving Tree is a beautiful lesson in empathy. Required reading for every kid and adult.
The Giving Tree
These Nancy Drew books shaped my childhood and love of mystery.
Nancy Drew 01: the Secret of the Old Clock
I think I read this book 50000 times as a child.
Where the Sidewalk Ends
My dad used to read this book to me every night. I'm in my 30s and still think about the impact of my dad making sure I knew he loved me before I went to sleep.
Guess How Much I Love You
I read this book often as a child, but connected with it most as a high school senior. Dr. Suess is a classic for a reason.
Oh, the Places You'll Go!
I am enough teaches kids the importance of seeing the inherent worth in themselves and others.
I Am Enough
A lovely, warm story about the power of food and family tradition.
Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story
A beautiful story about a father learning to do his daughter's hair.
Hair Love
A great story for the budding naturalist in your life.
Stellaluna
A story about what it means to be yourself - a true timeless classic
The Story of Ferdinand
Ukrainian folktale about a careless boy and a snow-white mitten
