Old Yeller
Instantly acclaimed, it has become one of the most beloved children’s classics ever written. More
Harry the Dirty Dog
Classic dog story; childhood favorite that has charmed readers for more than fifty years. More
The Graveyard Book
Winner of the Newbery Medal, the Carnegie Medal, and the Hugo Award for Best Novel. More
Dodger
Michael L. Printz Honor Book from bestselling author Sir Terry Pratchett; rich with humor and wisdom. More
When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit
A child’s perspective as a refugee during the rise of Nazism; now a modern classic. More
Black Boy
A powerful and eloquent autobiography that has sold more than a million copies since publication. More
The Giving Tree
Poignant, game-changing picture book for readers of all ages that has been a favorite for generations. More
Sarah, Plain and Tall
Newbery Award winner about the power of family, which has sold over 4.5 million copies. More
Julie of the Wolves
Newbery Medal–winning classic about a girl living among wolves. More
Jenna Bush Hager
I read because it’s in my DNA. More
Michael Morpurgo
I like above all to share the excitement of my dreams and discoveries, my doubts and fears, my joys and my sorrows, to take my readers on new journeys with me. More
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (Chronicles of Narnia #1)
First book written in the world-celebrated Narnia series; captivating readers for more than sixty years. More
Patricia MacLachlan
I read as a child to find out what I thought, what I wished for, and what scared me. More
Bridge to Terabithia
Newbery Medal–winning novel; a true modern classic and touchstone of children’s literature. More
Stuart Little
White’s beloved classic about a small mouse on a big adventure is a perennial bestseller. More
Sabriel
A revolutionary story that made Nix a rising star in the fantasy genre. More
Garth Nix
Reading is to live More
Veronica Roth
I read because reading changes you. More
Michael Bond
I was brought up in a house where books were an essential part of the furnishings. More
Sara Pennypacker
I write because the really good stuff—how funny and beautiful the world is, even when it’s not; More
A Light in the Attic
Classic collection of poems and illustrations by Shel Silverstein; ALA Notable Children’s Book. More
Freaky Friday
Classic comedic children’s novel that is so funny it has been adapted into film three times. More
Flat Stanley
This series celebrated its fiftieth anniversary in 2014 and has sold more than one million copies. More
Sounder
Newbery Award–winning book that became an influential children’s work on race and class. More
Howl’s Moving Castle
This popular novel stars one of the most beloved and charismatic characters in children’s literature. More
The Weirdstone of Brisingamen
Garner’s celebrated children’s fantasy novel has become a cult classic of children’s literature. More
Charlotte’s Web
Considered a classic of children’s literature; a novel of friendship, love, life, and death. More