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Is your kid a serious bookworm? Whether your child relishes a chance to go to the library or not, these books are guaranteed to keep their nose between the pages. Check out some of the very best books for kids – perfect for all those long car rides!
Oh, the Places You’ll Go! By Dr. Seuss
It makes sense to start with a timeless classic. Dr. Seuss’ Oh, the Places You’ll Go! is considered perhaps his greatest work throughout his storied career. In this ode to life, Seuss provides one of the strongest calls to action for people from all walks of life. This book promises to inspire and holds a special place in the hearts of millions.
Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes
This book follows the adventures of a girl named for the title, Chrysanthemum. While she adores her name, it isn’t long until she finds other children teasing her for it. It’s a poignant foray into how words can both harm and heal, sure to leave an impression.
Falling Up by Shel Silverstein
An incredible work of poems and stories, perhaps Shel’s best work since Where the Sidewalk Ends or A Light in the Attic, this anthology has survived generations thanks to its resonance. Readers are unlikely to ever forget characters like Allison Beals and her twenty-five eels once properly introduced.
Olivia by Ian Falconer
Olivia is immense fun for children and adults, the perfect interactive story time read. Audiences are called to dress up, singing along, build sand castles, take a nap, dance, paint on the walls and more. Imagination runs wild with this read.
Llama Llama Red Pajama by Anna Dewdney
This infectious rhyming story is about some serious llama drama. When mama llama doesn’t return before bedtime, llama llama starts to fret. Children can relate to the need for parental comfort while parents can identify with the underlying message.
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