Books for Pre-K and Elementary School Grades
Find Literature Kids Age 4 to 8 Will Love
Did you know that you could boost your preschool or elementary child’s intelligence simply by ensuring that reading books is a part of their day-to-day life?
An abundance of research all points to the same thing: kids that read (or kids that are read to) daily from an early age perform better on their report cards. As children move through the phases of listening to stories, sounding out words, stringing words together to make a sentence, and then, eventually, reading a complete book, they begin to master language, improve communication skills, and their comprehension blossoms. Finding books for kids ages 4-8 is all about connecting your child with books that will peak their individual interests, while also entertaining them so much that they can’t wait to pick up another good book—keeping that healthy reading habit of reading for pleasure, going!
In this section of The Children’s Book Review’s online reading oasis, our reviews and book lists cover a wide variety of subjects: picture books to chapter books, funny books, sports books, biographies, books about dinosaurs, books about ballet, mysteries, and, well, you get the idea—just about any kind of book suitable for kids ages 4-8.
Check out these books for ages 4-8 to get started:
My Writing and Reading Life with Josh Funk | Author Interview
Return, by Aaron Becker | Book Review
Wanted! Ralfy Rabbit, Book Burglar, by Emily MacKenzie | Book Review
Five Family Favorites with Lauren Wolk, Author of Wolf Hollow
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Join us as we watch Mack and his best friend Gertie explore self-regulation skills in 1-2-3, A Deep Breath for Me, written by Hillary Harper.
1, 2, 3, A Deep Breath for Me is an enjoyable story and a practical, accessible tool for teaching young readers about emotional regulation.
Hear Ye, Hear Ye! Embark on Ariane and Todd Erickson’s whimsical adventure with Baxter and Jeffrey and enter our enchanting book giveaway!
The third book in the series, True Friends Indeed, continues the other books’ themes, teaching readers about acceptance, inclusion, and friendship.
From a child to a graduate setting off into the world, each and every reader will find something relatable within the pages of Stardust: A Journey to Remember.
In the chapter book Grammy’s Treasure Hunt, readers will discover how the impact of the choices we make in life can shape outcomes for better or worse.
The Three Stones of Ebon is well-written, exciting, and absorbing, perfect for middle-grade and pre-teen lovers of fantasy adventure.
In this captivating interview, David Mello delves into the enchanting world of the novel co-written with Keiko Mello, The Three Stones of Ebon.
Award-winning author and illustrator Lauren Castillo shares experiences and meaningful inspirations behind her latest picture book, Just Like Millie.
Join us on a virtual book tour for the heartwarming picture book Jo’s Special Gifts by Mariam Shapera, illustrated by Lorna Humphreys.