Essential Books for Children
Browse our age-appropriate lists of classic fiction and nonfiction books that belong in any child's library. Hand-picked and highly rated, the Essential Books for Children are titles adults and kids return to again and again
Getting Started: Books for Baby to Age 4 (Baby - Pre-K)



Whether it's choosing a
baby's first board books, or engaging a
preschooler's imagination, these books are sure to ignite a child's curiosity and start them on the road to reading.
Learning to Read: Essential Books for Age 5 to Age 8 (K - Grade 3)


Kindergarten and first grade into
second and third grade marks a time when children learn to read on their own and discover books that interest them as readers. For this exciting phase of life, we can help you choose essential titles to guide them--encouraging early reading success and a love of sharing books in a whole new way.
The Joy of Reading: Books for Age 9 to Age 12 (Grade 4 - Grade 7)



Middle grade readers in
fourth and fifth grade and the budding young adults in
sixth and seventh grade, enjoy increasingly complex stories and subjects--from moments in history to worlds of imagination. Choose an essential title that will become a life-long favorite.