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Books for Becoming a Big Kid
214 books
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3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
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The Three Sisters #1
The Queen in the Cave
Júlia Sardà
For children standing on the edge of growing up, this atmospheric journey captures the shift from the safety of home to
Ages 5–9
A Glorious Day
Amy Schwartz
For the child curious about the hustle and bustle outside their window, this story celebrates the magic of morning routi
Ages 3–6
Clarice Bean #7
Slightly Invisible
Lauren Child
For the younger sibling who feels left out of the 'big kids' games and wants to prove their own cleverness through the p
Ages 3–7
Rolling Rose
James Stevenson
For the adventurous child who wonders what the grown-ups miss, this whimsical journey celebrates a baby's first taste of
Ages 3–7
Word Fun
They're Up to Something in There: Understanding There, Their, and They're
Cari Meister
For the early writer who keeps mixing up their homophones. This clever story provides clear, memorable examples of there
Ages 6–9
Animal Adventures on Citizenship
Glenda K. Ashworth
For the elementary student learning how their small actions, like helping a neighbor or keeping the park clean, affect t
Ages 6–10
Pebble Plus: Dinosaurs
Apatosaurus
Carol K. Lindeen
For the budding paleontologist who is just starting to read on their own. This simple guide brings the massive Apatosaur
Ages 4–7
Punctuation Power!
Question Marks Say What?
Michael Dahl
For the child who loves to ask why, how, and when. This playful grammar guide uses curious characters to show how questi
Ages 5–8
Punctuation Power!
Exclamation Points Say Wow!
Michael Dahl
For the child who uses the same tone for every sentence. Discover how a simple punctuation mark can turn a quiet word in
Ages 5–8
How You Got So Smart
David Milgrim
For the child who feels discouraged by a new challenge, this story celebrates the incredible journey from a tiny baby to
Ages 3–7
Wait and Now #2
Now
Antoinette Portis
For the child who struggles to sit still or hurry along, this peaceful book celebrates the magic of slow moments and the
Ages 3–6
Girls Can Do Anything!
Caryl Hart
For the little girl who needs a reminder that her potential is limitless, this vibrant book celebrates every dream from
Ages 3–7
Give Me Back My Bones!
Kim Norman
For the curious learner who loves pirates, this rhyming underwater quest makes learning complex anatomy terms feel like
Ages 3–7
The Wild Baby #3
The Wild Baby Gets a Puppy
Barbro Lindgren
For the child who longs for a real pet but must learn to find magic in the toys they have. This wild romp celebrates the
Ages 3–6
First Grade Friends #15
See You in Second Grade!
Miriam Cohen
For the child feeling nervous about moving up to a new grade. This gentle story helps kids say goodbye to a beloved teac
Ages 5–8
Horrid Henry #4
Horrid Henry Tricks the Tooth Fairy
Francesca Simon
For the child who loves to test boundaries and sees the world as a series of clever challenges to be outsmarted.
Ages 6–9
Too Much Stuff
Wendy Orr
For the child who loves to collect treasures but struggles to find the floor, this story turns the chore of tidying up i
Ages 6–9
Marvel Super Hero Squad
Catch That Crook!
Michael Anthony Steele
For the action loving child who is just beginning to recognize words and loves building worlds, this high energy chase b
Ages 4–8
Sasha Sings
Sasha Sings: Understanding Parts of a Sentence
Cari Meister
For the child starting to write their own stories who needs a friendly way to understand how sentences work through the
Ages 5–8
One Dragon's Dream
Peter Pavey
For the curious child who loves to linger over details: this surreal journey through a dragon's dream turns a simple cou
Ages 3–7
A Present for Big Pig
Debi Gliori
For the child who loves to help but often creates a bigger mess, this silly story celebrates the heart behind a clumsy e
Ages 3–7
Bad Mood and the Stick
Lemony Snicket
For the child navigating a cranky afternoon. This whimsical story shows how bad moods are like passing clouds, hopping f
Ages 4–8
The Imaginary Veterinary #4
The Order of the Unicorn
Suzanne Selfors
For the child who loves creatures and is ready for more responsibility, this adventure follows two apprentices facing da
Ages 8–12
Living Long Ago #1
Food and Eating
Felicity Brooks
For the curious toddler who wants to know why we eat and where their dinner comes from. This gentle guide explains nutri
Ages 3–7
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