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Books for Becoming a Big Kid
11,619 books
0–3 yrs
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8–11 yrs
395 books
12–18 yrs
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Shaped by Love: An Ode to Mom Bods
Nikki Powers
For the mother seeking to embrace her changing body and the child curious about their beginnings, this lyrical tribute c
Ages 3–8
Paddington #2
More About Paddington
Michael Bond
For the child who occasionally finds themselves in accidental mischief despite their best intentions. Paddington navigat
Ages 6–10
The Bear and the Moon
Matthew Burgess
For the child navigating the big feelings of making a mistake, this gentle story follows a bear who accidentally pops hi
Ages 3–5
Mac B., Kid Spy #3
Top Secret Smackdown
Mac Barnett
For the curious child who loves a good puzzle, this hilariously retro spy mission proves that even a kid can save the wo
Ages 7–10
The Original Peter Rabbit Books #20
The Story of a Fierce Bad Rabbit
Beatrix Potter
For the little one who is learning how their actions affect others and why it is important to be kind instead of pushy.
Ages 2–5
Firefighter Duckies!
Frank W. Dormer
For the child who loves heroes but sometimes feels small. This wacky tale shows that being helpful and kind is just as b
Ages 4–8
The Very Impatient Caterpillar #1
The Very Impatient Caterpillar
Ross Burach
For the child who struggles with waiting for their turn or the next big event, this hilarious look at a frantic caterpil
Ages 4–8
A Young Patriot: The American Revolution as Experienced by One Boy
Jim Murphy
For the student who finds history books dry: discover the gritty, true reality of the American Revolution through the ey
Ages 10–14
Let's Talk #8
What Makes You Do That?
Molly Potter
For the child struggling with big reactions, this guide explores 12 common behaviors to help them understand their impul
Ages 4–8
The Brixton Brothers #1
The Case of the Case of Mistaken Identity
Mac Barnett
For the clever reader who loves puzzles and sharp wit. Steve's accidental plunge into a real mystery helps kids see that
Ages 8–12
Keeping Pace
Laurie Morrison
For the child who feels their worth is tied to their grades. A thoughtful look at overcoming perfectionism and academic
Ages 10–14
When Dinosaurs Go to... #1
When Dinosaurs Go to School
Linda Martin
For the child feeling nervous about their first classroom experience, these friendly dinosaurs show that school is a pla
Ages 3–6
Pigs #1
Pigs in a Blanket
Hans Wilhelm
For parents seeking a playful way to establish daily routines, this interactive book lets toddlers 'tuck in' three energ
Ages 0–3
The Woods
Paul Hoppe
For the child who feels small in a big world, this story validates the courage it takes to face nighttime fears and the
Ages 3–6
Benjamin McFadden and the Robot Babysitter
Timothy Bush
For the child who loves testing boundaries or wonders what would happen if they were in charge, this tale explores the c
Ages 4–8
Rosa #1
Rosa Goes to Daycare
Barbro Lindgren
For the child feeling nervous about their first day away from home, this gentle story follows Rosa the dog as she discov
Ages 2–5
Ed Emberley's Monsters #1
Go Away, Big Green Monster!
Ed Emberley
For the child who is afraid of the dark or believes there is a monster in their room. This clever book puts your little
Ages 2–5
Ivy and Bean #8
No News Is Good News
Annie Barrows
For the child who needs to learn that reporting every detail can hurt feelings, even when it's technically true.
Ages 6–9
Scholastic Phonics: Book Bag Readers
It Is a Fox!
Ann Hill
For the early learner building reading confidence. This phonics-focused guide uses real-world photography to explore the
Ages 4–6
Goodnight, Swampy the Little Monster
Ellie J. Woods
For the child who turns every bedtime into a battle of wills. This sweet monster story helps toddlers see that getting r
Ages 2–5
Red Rocket Readers
Top to Toe Counting
Pam Holden
For the curious toddler or preschooler eager to explore their own body while mastering the basics of counting from finge
Ages 4–6
The Guardians of Childhood #1
The Man in the Moon
William Joyce
For the child who needs a brave guardian when the lights go out. This lushly illustrated origin story transforms the nig
Ages 4–8
Peter Rabbit (TV Series)
Mystery Thief!
Beatrix Potter
For the early reader learning about the consequences of their actions and the importance of owning up to mistakes throug
Ages 4–6
ADHD Hacks for Awesome Kids #2
Get It Done & Have Fun!
Penn Holderness, Kim Holderness
For the child whose brain moves faster than their to-do list: a playful guide to turning boring chores into creative win
Ages 4–8
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