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Best Books For 5 Year Olds

Explore the ultimate collection of books for 5-year-olds, sourced from popular literary blogs and publications. Each title has been consistently celebrated as a favorite, tailored for kindergarteners' curiosity and growth.

Recommendations from 24 articles, Richard Branson, Olivia Wilde, Matt Haig and 11 others.
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Charlotte's Web
E. B White - 2001-10-01 (first published in 1952)
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A heartwarming tale of friendship, love, life, and death, this classic children's book is beloved by generations. Written by E.B. White, the author of Stuart Little and The Trumpet of the Swan, the story follows the unlikely friendship between a little pig named Wilbur and a wise spider named Charlotte. With newly colorized illustrations by acclaimed artist Rosemary Wells, this paperback edition is guaranteed to capture the hearts of readers young and old.
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Bob Books, Set 1
Beginning Readers
Bobby Lynn Maslen - 2006-05-01 (first published in 1976)
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A colorful and engaging set of books for beginning readers, Bob Books Set 1 makes learning to read fun and easy. Each book gradually introduces new letter sounds, allowing children to build their confidence while enjoying simple sentences with short vowels and three-letter words. With their unique box and vibrant illustrations, Bob Books Set 1 is sure to bring big success to little readers.
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Ada Twist, Scientist
Andrea Beaty - 2016-09-06
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Join Ada, an imaginative and curious scientist, on her quest to find the source of a terrible smell in her house. Ada is not afraid of failure and conducts scientific experiments in the name of discovery. Follow Ada's journey as she learns to turn her failures into success and continues to pursue her passion for science.
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Emily Chang
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The Kissing Hand
Audrey Penn - 2006-06-01 (first published in 1993)
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Experience a heartwarming tale about Chester Raccoon's fears of starting school in the forest. Mrs. Raccoon shares a family secret called "The Kissing Hand" to comfort him and give reassurance of her love. This children's classic has touched the lives of millions, especially during times of separation. Widely used by kindergarten teachers on the first day of school, the book also includes stickers to keep the Kissing Hand alive.
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Rosie Revere, Engineer
Andrea Beaty - 2013-09-03
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This inspiring children's book explores the story of Rosie, a young girl who dreams of becoming an engineer. With the help of her great-great-aunt Rose, Rosie sets out to build a contraption that will help her aunt achieve her lifelong dream of flying. Although the contraption ultimately fails, Rosie learns an important lesson from her aunt - that true failure only comes when we give up. Through themes of perseverance and creativity, Rosie Revere, Engineer is a must-read for any young reader with big dreams.
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Dragons Love Tacos
Adam Rubin - 2012-06-14
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Dragons love tacos of all kinds, but be careful with the salsa! This scrumptious New York Times bestseller is a hilarious tale of dragons, tacos, and the trouble spicy salsa can bring. From the award-winning team behind Those Darn Squirrels!, this laugh-out-loud book is perfect for sharing with new friends and enjoying a tasty snack.
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Eric Umansky
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The Book with No Pictures
B. J. Novak - 2014-09-30
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This charmingly witty read will have you in stitches, despite its lack of pictures. The Book With No Pictures encourages readers to let their imagination run wild, creating their own silly sounds and ridiculous voices along the way. With its ingeniously imaginative approach, this book teaches young children that storytelling is more than just pictures, introducing them to the idea that the written word can be an endless source of mischief and delight. Get ready for some serious laughter!
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The Day the Crayons Quit
Drew Daywalt - 2013-06-27
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This playful, imaginative story will leave children laughing and playing with their crayons in a whole new way. Debut author Drew Daywalt and New York Times bestseller Oliver Jeffers create a colorful solution to poor Duncan's problem: all of his crayons have quit! Each color has its own hilarious reason for no longer wanting to be used. What will Duncan do without his crayons? Find out in this charming book.
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Ice Cream Soup
Ann Ingalls - 2013-05-16
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A fun and silly children's book explores the consequences of adding too many toppings to ice cream cake, resulting in a surprising outcome: ice cream soup! The rhyming text is perfect for young readers just starting out on their reading journey.
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The Skull
Jon Klassen - 2023-07-11
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Discover a captivating tale of bravery and mystery in "The Skull" by Jon Klassen. Set in a desolate landscape, a courageous girl named Otilla finds refuge in an abandoned house atop a barren hill. Little does she know, the house harbors a fearful skull plagued by a sinister presence that appears each night. Join Otilla as she embarks on a daring quest to save herself and the skull from impending darkness. Jon Klassen's retelling of a traditional Tyrolean folktale is sure to mesmerize readers with its intriguing storyline and atmospheric setting.
The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister
James Herriot's Treasury for Children by James Herriot
Pete the Cat by James Dean
Pete the Cat by James Dean
Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes
Bob Books Set 2 by Bobby Lynn Maslen
Click, Clack, Moo Cows That Type by Doreen Cronin
One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish by Dr. Seuss
Frog and Toad Storybook Treasury by Arnold Lobel
May I Please Have a Cookie? by Jennifer E. Morris
Bob Books Set 3 by Bobby Lynn Maslen
Uni the Unicorn by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
Theres A Bear On My Chair by Ross Collins
Me and My Dragon by David Biedrzycki
It's Hard to Be Five by Jamie Lee Curtis
Raggedy Ann Stories by Johnny Gruelle
Sharks by Catriona Clarke
The Baby Tree by Sophie Blackall
Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak
Fantastic Mr. Fox by Roald Dahl
Peter Pan by J. M. Barrie
Mr. Popper's Penguins by Richard Atwater
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl
The Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary
Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña
Hippos Are Huge! by Jonathan London
The Complete Tales of Winnie-The-Pooh by A. A. Milne
The Princess in Black, Books 1-3 by Shannon Hale, Dean Hale, Leuyen Pham
An Atlas of Imaginary Places by Mia Cassany
Ling & Ting by Grace Lin
National Geographic Readers by Laura Marsh
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum
Magic Tree House by Mary Pope Osborne
The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson
Green Eggs and Ham by Seuss
Mercy Watson to the Rescue by Kate Dicamillo
Stickler Loves the World by Lane Smith