70+ Best Books for Kids
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Reading to your children is one of the most powerful gifts you can give them. Study after study has shown that it not only strengthens brain development, but also deepens the bond between parent and child. Stories become more than just words on a page—it’s a chance to snuggle close, slow down, and step together into worlds of imagination.
Daily reading has so many benefits for kids. It grows their vocabulary, builds longer attention spans, sparks creativity, and inspires a lifelong love of learning. Books open doors to adventure, comfort, and connection. Simply put—reading with your kids is one of the best things you can do for them.
But the question every parent asks is: what books are the best to read to my children? With so many children’s books out there, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start. That’s why I put together a list of our family’s favorites—the ones my kids reach for again and again. These aren’t just any books; they’re the best read-aloud stories, the ones that make you laugh, teach timeless lessons, and spark conversations long after the last page is turned.
As a lifelong reader myself, I know the magic of being read to. I remember begging my parents and older sisters for “just one more story,” and I see the same spark in my own kids’ eyes. My eldest daughter especially can’t get enough—she reads herself to sleep nearly every night, and I treasure every moment she curls up beside me with a book in hand. Every night we read 1-2 chapters of a chapter book to start off the bedtime routine. It is amazing bonding and fun for the whole family.
So, without further ado, here it is: our curated list of 70+ favorite children’s books—from classics to silly stories, from faith-filled reads to adventurous tales. Each one is linked for easy browsing so you can start building your own family library today. Trust me—you won’t regret adding these treasures to your shelves.🌙 Bedtime & Gentle Reads
This Post is all about the best books to read to your children!
🌙 Bedtime & Gentle Reads
🐻 Animal & Nature Favorites
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
Five Little Monkeys Jumping On The Bed
📚 Timeless Classics
😄 Silly & Fun Stories
Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus
The Monster at the End of This Book
How Do Dinosaurs Say I Love You?
🐉 Adventure & Imagination
There Is No Such Thing as a Dragon
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
👨👩👧 Family & Growing Up
🍂 Seasonal & Holiday
✝️ Faith & Moral Lessons
Berenstain Bears: Do Not Fear, God Is Near
📖 Early Readers & Chapter Books
You will never regret pausing your day to curl up with your little ones and share a story. These days—when they still fit on your lap and beg for “just one more book”—are beautifully fleeting.
Reading together is more than just a sweet moment; it’s a gift with lasting impact. Storytime builds their vocabulary, strengthens attention spans, sparks imagination, and deepens the bond between you and your children. Few things are as simple, yet as rewarding, as opening a book and inviting your kids into its world.
When you gather your little ones close and dive into the pages of a story, you’re creating memories that will last a lifetime. One day, they’ll look back and remember the warmth of your arms, the sound of your voice, and the joy of discovering stories with you.
The to-do list and the busy world can wait. But these small, sacred moments of reading with your children will never fade. So grab a favorite book, snuggle up, and enjoy the gift of story time—you’ll both carry its treasure forever.
Add some if not all of these books to your library and watch the love for reading, the world, and quality time thrive.