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Books for Becoming a Big Kid
11,619 books
0–3 yrs
8144 books
4–7 yrs
3438 books
8–11 yrs
395 books
12–18 yrs
68 books
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9–12
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Hazel the Handful
Jamie Michalak
For the child or family pet who feels pushed aside by a new baby's arrival and needs a reminder that there is always eno
Ages 4–8
Read and Wonder
Brown Bears
Nick Crumpton
For children marveling at the natural world, this beautifully told story follows two cubs as they learn the ropes of sur
Ages 4–8
Babar
Babar and the Scary Day
Ellen Weiss
For the child who hears bumps in the night. Join Babar's children as they face their fears of the attic and learn that t
Ages 3–6
The Dragonsitter #2
The Dragonsitter Takes Off
Josh Lacey
For the child learning to balance big responsibilities with a sense of humor. Perfect for kids who love animals and the
Ages 7–10
Pippi Longstocking
Pippi's Extraordinary Ordinary Day
Astrid Lindgren
For the child who finds magic in the mundane and needs to see that being different is a superpower. Pippi turns a simple
Ages 4–8
Babar #1
The Story of Babar
Jean de Brunhoff
For the child navigating a big life change or experiencing loss, this timeless tale follows an elephant's journey from t
Ages 3–7
Cowpoke Clyde #2
Cowpoke Clyde Rides the Range
Lori Mortensen
For the child who gets frustrated when a new skill doesn't come easily. This humorous Western tale celebrates the grit i
Ages 4–8
Llama Llama #2
Llama Llama Mad at Mama
Anna Dewdney
For the preschooler who finds errands exhausting and needs help processing big feelings when things get overwhelming.
Ages 2–5
My Vehicles #2
My Freight Train
Michael Rex
For the child who turns every cardboard box into a locomotive and wants to know exactly how a train stays together.
Ages 2–5
Clifford the Big Red Dog: Phonics Fun #2
Good Sports
Francie Alexander
For the early reader working on specific vowel sounds while following their favorite big red dog through a day of active
Ages 4–7
Mary and Her Little Lamb: The True Story of the Famous Nursery Rhyme
Will Moses
For the child who loves the 'Mary Had a Little Lamb' rhyme and wants to know if Mary was a real girl who truly loved her
Ages 4–8
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
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
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
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
Scholastic Phonics: Book Bag Readers #3
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
Animal Offspring
Tigers and Their Cubs
Margaret Hall
For the curious child who loves wild cats and wonders how babies grow up. This gentle introduction explores the journey
Ages 4–7
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
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
Aussie Bites
The Day I Turned Ten
Jane Godwin
For the child learning to balance their own big milestones with family needs. Jeremy's tenth birthday takes a backseat w
Ages 7–10
Kingdom of Xia #2
Fury of the Phoenix
Cindy Pon
For the teenager grappling with their own inner power and the weight of protecting loved ones, this epic journey explore
Ages 14–18
Stillwater #2
Zen Ties
Jon J. Muth
For the child who feels intimidated by a 'grumpy' neighbor or needs a peaceful way to handle performance anxiety, this Z
Ages 4–8
Miraculous Ladybug #1
Becoming a Hero
Christy Webster
For the child who feels small or unsure of their own strength, this origin story shows how even ordinary kids can step u
Ages 4–6
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