Beloved Characters and Classics
Tween
Page-Turning Classics for 9- to 12-Year-Olds
Some kids may think of classics as a dusty, centuries-old brick of a book. We've compiled a selection of true classics tween readers will treasure for the rest of their lives.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Books for Fans of Harold and the Purple Crayon
If you’re delighted by Harold and the Purple Crayon each time you revisit it, here are seven titles we think you’ll enjoy just as much.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
A Timeless Tale of Transformation: Celebrating 50 Years of The Very Hungry Caterpillar
The Very Hungry Caterpillar celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. What is it about this insatiable little critter that has captured our hearts for so many years?
All Ages
My Path to the Hundred Acre Wood and the World of Winnie-the-Pooh
To celebrate Winnie-the-Pooh Day, January 18, one mom reflects on the long path she took to discovering — and loving — A. A. Milne’s imaginative, accepting, and fun world.
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.
Tween
Teen
Bookshelf Must-Have: Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice: A Book-to-Table Classic
Our newest Bookshelf Must-Have pick is a timeless tale that has captured the hearts of readers for over 200 years with its admirable heroine and unlikely romance — and this stunning, gift-worthy edition adds a new (delicious!) twist.
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.
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
Growing Reader
How Movies Can Help Young Children Enjoy Classic Books
What if the occasional well-placed movie viewing could benefit your kids’ reading lives? When it comes to classic books, enjoying their movie versions has some specific pluses.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen
10 Classic Audiobooks for Families
Classics are a sure bet for any family looking to enjoy a book together, and audiobooks provide a great way to introduce young readers to these stories.
