Struggling with a disability, whether that be physical or mental, can be difficult for anyone, let alone a young child. Battling a disability while also struggling with the day-to-day issues of childhood and adolescence can be detrimental to mental health and long-term development. Feeling like you don’t fit in and not having the support you … Read more
Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White is a classic in children’s literature, known by generations of readers for its heartwarming themes of friendship, love, and determination. When Fern saves Wilbur’s life, a runt piglet who is destined for worse, the two form an inseparable bond. As Wilbur befriends animals on the farm, those who love him … Read more
If you enjoyed the popular and enchanting Magic Tree House series, you’ll love these similar must-read children’s books. Greetings from Somewhere Series by Harper Paris Globe-trotting adventure and non-stop mystery abound in Harper Paris’s easy-to-read ten-book series that’s perfect for young readers! The series follows young twins Ethan and Ella as they embark on a … Read more
Alvin Schwartz, born in 1927, was an American author and journalist with over fifty books focused on children’s literature, horror stories, and folklore. His work as a writer and author eventually got published by significant firms in the United States, including HarperCollins. Though he is best known for his famous book Scary Stories To tell … Read more
Best-selling author Rebecca Elliot is a champion of children’s illustrated literature. Her Owl Diaries series is known around the world for its positive themes and imaginative illustrations. While children’s stories in literature have evolved over the years to be more inclusive, tell new stories of acceptance, and feature new voices — the themes remain constant … Read more
Since its 1961 debut, Wilson Rawls’ Where the Red Fern Grows has sold nearly 7 million copies and captivated readers of all ages. Set in the heart of the Ozark Mountains in the Great Depression, Where the Red Fern Grows follows ten-year-old Billy Coleman as he dedicates himself to buying a pair of hounds for … Read more
The 39 Clues eleven-book series has sold over 8.5 million copies worldwide and comes from the minds of multiple authors. Mystery fascinates children, and there is a long legacy of mystery stories throughout the stories that have focused on getting children engaged with reading. While the following list of novels is targeted toward children, there … Read more
Are you ready to go on a fun-filled journey filled with silly villains and lots of adventure? Look no further – here are 20 of the best children’s books like Captain Underpants so that you can fight crime in no time. Dinomighty! by Doug Paleo Dinotown is a place where nothing can go wrong…right? But … Read more
Some parents may be skeptical about introducing their children to scary stories. Some kids experience nightmares, struggle to sleep, or get nervous about certain places or things related to the horror stories they’ve read or watched. It’s perfectly normal to feel a little apprehensive about it but this list can help shine a light on … Read more
Graphic novels are an excellent way to introduce your child to reading. They predominantly use illustrations to help the child follow the story visually but will also include captions to aid the story development and help the child’s reading skills. Graphic novels are a wide-ranging literary genre, spanning anything from children’s stories that include adventures, … Read more