Classic Characters
Pre-K
Growing Reader
The Most Lovable Beatrix Potter Stories for Kids
Over 100 years ago, Beatrix Potter wrote stories of crafty and curious animals — and they are as relevant today as they were then. These are some of our favorite books by the beloved creator of Peter Rabbit.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
The Best Berenstain Bears Books to Tackle Common Growing-Up Challenges
Since the first Berenstain Bears book was released in 1962, readers have been through a lot with Mama, Papa, Brother, and Sister Bear. Here are some of the most relatable stories in the series.
Pre-K
The Froggy Series Is Full of Big Lessons and Everyday Humor for Kids
Since the first Froggy book appeared in 1992, Froggy has been enthusiastically embraced by teachers, librarians, parents, and, most importantly, children.
Just For Fun
Grown-Up Reads
6 Children’s Stories That Appear in Adult Novels
It should come as no surprise that authors are sometimes influenced by tales for kids. Here are a few favorite grown-up reads that incorporate children’s stories into their narratives.
Growing Reader
Tween
Why Kids Say They Love Fairy Tales
Almost any young person can tell you the basic plot of Cinderella or Hansel & Gretel or Little Red Riding Hood. What is it about this genre of stories that make them so memorable and so loved by kids and adults?
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Dr. Seuss A to Z: A Gleeful Guide to All Things Seuss
In the spirit of Ted Geisel’s goal to make learning fun, kids nationwide are invited to participate in the first-ever Dr. Seuss’s Word Challenge!
Pre-K
Looking Back at 10 Years of Ladybug Girl: A Q&A with Creators Jacky Davis and David Soman
Little Lulu, often known by her bold alter ego, Ladybug Girl, has delighted young readers since she first broke onto the literary scene 10 years ago. We were thrilled to chat with Jacky Davis and David Soman, the husband-wife duo behind the Ladybug Girl books, about the origins of the beloved character and what it’s like to end the series they’ve worked on for so long.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen
Authors Share Their Favorite Kids’ Books About Girls, Written by Women
To celebrate Women’s History Month, we asked all kinds of authors to share their favorite female-led books for kids, written by women. From picture books to YA novels, here are the fantastic stories they recommend.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
An Introduction to Tomie dePaola: Folktales for Young Readers
Tomie dePaola is one of the world’s most beloved children’s authors and illustrators with over 260 books to his name. These are some of his very best.
Growing Reader
Tween
Dickens for Kids: 10 Books to Introduce the Great Author to Children
There’s much for young readers to love in Charles Dickens's stories, including wonderfully eclectic characters, thrilling adventures, and oft-heartwarming morals.
Tween
5 of the Biggest, Baddest Mythical Monsters in Middle Grade Literature
Mythical monsters can be found in nearly every culture’s folklore — and they pop up in acclaimed middle grade novels, as well. Here are some of the best of the big baddies.
Baby & Toddler
The Best Baby Names from Sci-Fi and Fantasy Literature
From the whimsical to the classic, these awesome baby names are inspired by some of our favorite characters from fantasy and sci-fi books.
