Reading is basic for children's development and we must encourage it since they are babies. At first, we will be the ones who read them, but when they have learned to do it alone, we must help them discover the magical world of books by making available adapted titles.
Though I am of the opinion that children's books are not old -Why any child can enjoy reading based on their concerns and knowledge-, I have decided to make a collection segmented by age. I think that these titles that I show below are essential for children, and should not miss the opportunity to read them.
Books for babies
The love for books begins since our children are babies. Introducing young children into the world of reading is not only possible but also very positive, since they begin to enjoy it through the game. These titles that I show you below are perfect to start the little ones in the fantastic world of literature.
Nature
This book is part of a collection of sound books by Timunmas Editorial, which will help the little ones in the development of the senses.
It is a book with six different sounds that can be heard in the natural world, and that the child will discover by simply pressing with his hands on the button. It can be purchased at Amazon for 9.45 euros.
Nature. My first book of sounds (Books with sound) On Amazon for €If I were a lion
Do you know how to roar like a lion? Or croak like a frog? Or trill like a bird? Hold the open book in front of your face and let the show begin! A perfect book to surprise babies and teach them, little by little, to imitate the sounds of different animals while they play.
It belongs to the Lóguez publishing house and its author is Isabel Pin. It is available on Amazon for 14.21 euros.
If I were a lion (Petite) on Amazon for €Crocodile
This simple story belongs to the collection "From the cradle to the moon" along with other titles such as Miau, Veo Veo, Luna or Zapato, among others. Crocodile is one of the most read children's books, which catches children with their poetic pictograms, their striking images and their reading rhythm.
The author is Antonio Rubio and the illustrator Óscar Villán. It is edited by Kalandraka and we can find it on Amazon for 6.65 euros.
Crocodile (from cradle to moon) On Amazon for €The instruments of the world
Another wonderful book from the Timunmas Editorial sound collection, which will discover the sounds of up to six instruments in the world, such as mandolin or bamboo flute. Available on Amazon for 9.45 euros.
The instruments of the world. My first book of sounds (Books with sound) On Amazon for €A kiss before sleep
All animal babies kiss their mother before bedtime. A beautiful story to tell your child before going to sleep. Simple, tender text with striking illustrations that will captivate the little ones.
Teresa Tellechea is the author and Alicia Padrón the illustrator of this beautiful story edited by Cardboard Books and available on Amazon for 9.45 euros.
A kiss before sleep (Cardboard books) On Amazon for €Chicken Pepe
Chicken Pepe is growing a lot because it is so greedy! This classic story is undoubtedly one of the children's favorites, which dazzles both for its fun pop-up illustrations, and for the feats of its endearing and tender protagonist.
The author is Nick Denchfield and the publisher is SM. It is available on Amazon for 12.30 euros.
Chicken Pepe (Chicken Pepe and his friends) On Amazon for €Can I look at your diaper?
Mouse is very curious. He has to snoop around everything, even the diapers of his friends. Husmea, one by one, in the diapers of Hare, Goat, Dog, Cow, Horse and Pig. Of course, his friends also want to look at Mouse's diaper. And they get a big surprise.
This fun story with striking illustrations is perfect for kids who are starting the process of leaving the diaper behind or showing interest in how their older brothers pee.
Guido van Genechten is the author and illustrator of this story by the publishing house SM, available on Amazon for 11.35 euros.
Can I look at your diaper? (Cardboard books) On Amazon for €Cuckoo After
The Cucu-tras is, perhaps, one of the first games that the baby learns and with this fun tale of great illustrations and cheerful colors will have fun raising the flaps and finding out what farm animals hide behind them.
French Ferri is the author and illustrator of this great story by the publishing house SM, available on Amazon for 9.45 euros.
Cucú-trasEn Amazon for €The little book of the little animals
What are the cat's children called? Who is born from the mother chicken eggs? Do you know the name of all animal offspring? A fantastic book to teach the little ones some notions of the animal kingdom through tabs and tongues with fun and endearing illustrations.
Its author is Nathalie Cloux and the publisher is Timun Mas Infantil. Available on Amazon for 8.50 euros.
The little book of the animals (Books with flaps and tabs) On Amazon for € 8.50Little Marina says No!
Little Marina says "No!": "I don't want to dress", "I don't want to shake hands with Mom!" ... But finally she dresses and goes outside to play. Say yes!" It doesn't seem so bad, after all.
A tender and fun book from the "Little Marina" collection, with which younger children will learn to manage their anger and the "no" stage. On Amazon for 9.50 euros.
Little Marina Says No (DUDU BOOKS) On Amazon for €Books from 3 to 6 years old
In this age range many children begin to learn to read, opening before them a universe of wonderful stories through stories. Thinking about these little readers, we recommend a series of titles with simple texts and striking illustrations that should not be missing at home.
Everyone yawns
An ideal book for children who resist going to sleep! Each double page presents an animal that, yawning, shows its huge mouth through a flap mechanism, until in the end everyone sleeps. His funny illustrations and the dynamics of reading make it perfect to accompany your little one at the time of going to bed.
Its author is Anita Bijsterbosch and is edited by the Combel publishing house. Available on Amazon for 13.20 euros.
Everyone yawns on Amazon for €Nacho's five senses
The senses are very important in the daily life of Nacho. With his eyes, his nose, his tongue and his hands he can know the world around him. In this book the five senses are presented and their importance is reflected, through small texts and rhymes, vocabulary, illustrations and question and discovery games.
This title is part of a collection of stories in which Nacho is the protagonist, written and illustrated by Liesbet Slegers and edited by Edelvives. Available on Amazon for 14,15 euros.
Nacho's five senses (Illustrated albums) On Amazon for €Elmer
The story of this elephant different from the others in the pack is also a classic among the readings of the little ones. It is perfect to convey to children positive values as important as solidarity, respect, friendship and, above all, the celebration of differences.
Its author is David McKee, and the publisher is Beascoa. Available on Amazon in hard covers for € 11.35
Elmer (Elmer. Illustrated album) On Amazon for €Guess how much I love you
Nice and tender story to talk about love and feelings with our children. Through this sweet story, children will understand that love is something difficult to measure, and that as much as we try to find a way to describe the size of our feelings, we will not always achieve it.
From the Kókinos publishing house, it is available on Amazon for 12.82 euros.
Guess how much I love you on Amazon for €The colorful monster
The Color Monster doesn't know what's wrong with him. He has made a mess with emotions and now it is his turn to undo the mess. A simple and fun story that will introduce young and old in the fascinating language of emotions, teaching them to identify and name them.
It belongs to the Flamboyant Publishing House and both the text and the illustrations belong to Anna Llenas. Available on Amazon for 15.20 euros
The monster of colors (illustrated album edition, not pop-up version) (Tales (flamboyant)) On Amazon for €What does the moon taste like?
The animals had long wanted to find out what the moon tasted like. Would it be sweet or salty? They just wanted to try a little piece, but no matter how much they stretched by lengthening the neck, the legs and arms could not catch it. A beautiful story that tells us the importance of working as a team to achieve a common goal.
Edited by Kalandraka publishing house and written and illustrated by Michael Grejniec. Available on Amazon for 14.25 euros.
What does the moon taste like? (books to dream) On Amazon for €Giraffes can't dance
Every year, in Africa, the Jungle Dance is celebrated ... and animals love to dance and do pirouettes! Chufa wants to participate in that famous dance, but as everyone knows, giraffes can't dance! Or if… ? A tender and funny story in a fabulous drop-down album.
Illustrations and displays make it very attractive for young children, but the text is perfect for children who have just begun in the world of reading. Bruño Publishing House. Author, Giles Andreae. Illustration, Guy Parker Rees
Available on Amazon for 18 euros
Giraffes cannot dance (Spanish - From 6 Years - Manipulatives (Books to Play and Play), Pop-Ups - Pop-Ups) On Amazon for €Let's hunt a bear
To enter the reading of this story is to open a door to imagination, suspense and adventure that will undoubtedly thrill the little ones. Join the main family to hunt a bear because, who fears the bear?
Its author is Michael Rosen and illustrator Helen Oxenbury. Edited by Ekaré Editions from the El Bosque de Libros collection. Available on Amazon for 13.30 euros.
Let's hunt a bear (Forest of books) On Amazon for €Good night tales for rebel girls
Once upon a time there was a princess ... a princess? That?! Once upon a time there was a girl who wanted to reach Mars. Once upon a time there was a woman who became one of the best tennis players in the world and another who discovered how the metamorphosis of butterflies occurs. 100 stories of women who have achieved great achievements. On Amazon for 18.95 euros.
Good night stories for rebel girls: 100 stories of extraordinary women (Other titles) On Amazon for €Butterfly ears
A book that explains to us, through a simple text loaded with sensitivity, like any physical characteristic can be a reason for parody among children, something that we should all fail to educate our children in tolerance. Likewise, history shows us that the characteristics that differentiate us are those that also make us unique and special.
You can find it on Amazon for 12.35 euros.
Butterfly ears (dream books) On Amazon for €Forever
Death is a very sensitive issue, but we must deal with children when it arises or when that doubt arises, offering them a sincere and appropriate explanation of their age. Helping us with books can be a great resource, and in this sense, "Forever" can be very useful.
It is a great story explained and with a very realistic vision that goes from the concrete to the abstract. Available on Amazon for 12.30 euros.
FOREVER Amazon for € 12.55From 6-8 years old
From the moment children begin to master reading, any title or children's story that captures their attention can be perfect for them. Discovering new worlds, meeting characters and living adventures through the pages of a book will help them boost their imagination and creativity.
This stage is crucial to strengthen the children's reading habit, and parents can help them with essential titles that they should not stop reading.
My body is mine
It is essential to teach children to say no and reject unpleasant contacts. That is why it is important that all children become aware of their emotions and their body, and learn to set limits.
Books can be a great resource to help them. On Amazon for 13.30 euros.
My body is mine! (Know and understand) On Amazon for €Little Nicholas
It tells in first person the story of little Nicholas and the world seen from his childhood mentality. Nicolás and his friends get into trouble continuously to the despair of their parents and teachers.
Its author is René Goscinny and is illustrated by Jean-Jacques Sempé. Edited by Santillana and available on Amazon for 8.88 euros.
Little NicolásEn Amazon for €Fray Perico and his borrico
In the 19th century, the arrival of Fray Perico and his borrico Calcetín will upset the peaceful existence of the twenty friars of a convent in Salamanca who live doing good and distributing what little they have. The convent will soon experience crazy situations, full of humor and joy, thanks to this nice character.
This classic story by the Barco de Vapor publishing house, written by Juan Muñoz Martín and illustrated by Antonio Tello, never goes out of style. The story is fun and endearing and from its reading great values such as friendship, kindness and solidarity can be drawn.
Available on Amazon for 8.07 euros.
Fray Perico and his borrico (The Orange Steamboat) On Amazon for €Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Another of the perfect classic tales for this age that tells the adventures of Charlie Bucket, a very good boy from a very poor family who wins a contest to enjoy a visit to the gigantic chocolate factory of the eccentric Willy Wonka and his team of Oompa -Loompas. There you will discover a magical world and a group of very peculiar children.
Written by the British Roald Dahl and illustrated by Quentin Blake. Edited by Santillana and available on Amazon for 9'45 euros.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory on Amazon for €Where the monsters live
A classic published in 1963 that has won several awards. Its protagonist, Max, is a misunderstood and rebellious child whose greatest desire is to be a monster that terrifies anyone. When, after doing mischief and evil undergoes a transformation, he arrives at the place where the monsters live and there will be the king. But is it as easy as it seems? Will he miss his house?
The simplicity of its texts and its striking illustrations can make it ideal for telling younger children, although I personally recommend reading from the age of six to get more juice in this moving story.
Maurice Sendak is the author and illustrator of this great work edited by Kalandraka and available on Amazon for 14.25 euros.
Where monsters live (books to dream) On Amazon for €Eighth trip to the Kingdom of Fantasy
Any of Gerónimo Stilson's multiple adventures are essential books for many children, who find a world full of fantasy in the life of their bold protagonist. On this occasion, a new threat looms over the Kingdom of Fantasy: the hands of the Chronophoretic Marcatiempo, the magic clock of the Country of Time, have begun to spin faster and faster, thus altering the course of time throughout the kingdom.
Edited by Child & Youth Destination and available on Amazon for 18.95 euros.
Eighth trip to the Kingdom of Fantasy: Discover the perfume of fairies and the witch's tufo! (Geronimo Stilton) On Amazon for €Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
The Harry Potter novels, written by British author J.K. Rowling, narrate the adventures of a young apprentice of magic and his friends, during the years spent at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
The launch of the first novel took place in 1997, and since then six more novels have been published. The seventh and last, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" was launched in 2007, achieving great success. All books have been translated into more than 65 different languages, and have been cataloged as the best selling book series in history.
Available on Amazon for 21.85 euros in hard covers.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows On Amazon for €From 10 years old
After 10 years or so, the reading habit is already acquired and children begin to show their preferences for different themes or even authors. The other day we recommended some youth novels for children between 10-12 years old, and in this section we expand the information with other titles that, in our opinion, are also essential to fill the library of young readers.
The little Prince
Although this classic leftover story known to all can be read perfectly at earlier ages, my recommendation is to postpone reading (or reread it) from the age of 10 in order to find a deeper meaning to the story. And every time you read The Little Prince the meaning of reading can change, since it is a book that admits many readings and that can surprise even in adulthood.
Written by the French author Antoine de Saint-Exupéry and edited by Salamandra. Available on Amazon for 5'65 euros.
The Little Prince (Antoine de Saint-Exupéry) On Amazon for €The endless story
This work by German Michael Ende, is another of the great novels of literature translated into more than 36 languages and taken to the cinema on several occasions. It was published for the first time in 1979, so like the previous title, we are not facing a classic as such, but before a "new classic of youth literature", as has been cataloged by experts.
The novel, which has two clearly differentiated parts, features Bastian, a boy who finds a book that talks about a land called Fantasy, a place where darkness is destroying everything ...
You can buy this classic of literature on Amazon, for 15.15 euros.
The Endless Story (Classic Alfaguara Collection) On Amazon for €Momo
Momo is a very special girl, she has the wonderful quality of making everyone who listens to her feel good. But the arrival of gray men, who pretend to take people's time, will change their lives. She will be the only one not to be fooled and with the help of the Cassiopeia turtle and Master Hora will embark on a fantastic adventure against the thieves of time.
This beautiful and classic novel is also written by Michael Ende will help children understand concepts such as friendship, time or the true importance of things. Edited by Alfaguara and available on Amazon for 12.30 euros.
Momo (Classic Alfaguara Collection) On Amazon for €The five and the island's treasure
The prolific English writer of children's literature Enid Blyton stands out above all for her series of "The Five", a gang formed by two girls, two boys and a dog who are always willing to investigate the most mysterious challenges and live a thousand adventures. This title that we propose to you is one of the 21 that make up the complete series and that will undoubtedly delight small readers who love adventure.
Edited by Editorial Juventud and available on Amazon for 12.92 euros.
The Five and the island's treasure On Amazon for €Journey to the Center of the Earth
One of Julio Verne's classic titles that no child should miss, along with others such as Five weeks in a balloon, Twenty thousand leagues of underwater travel or Around the world in 80 days. This story tells the adventures of Professor Otto Lidenbrock of Hamburg, on the most spectacular trip of the entire 19th century.
There are many versions of this classic of children's literature that adapts to any level of reading. This one in particular is edited by Anaya and can be found on Amazon for 10.64 euros.
Journey to the center of the Earth (Classics - Your Books-Selection) On Amazon for €The Prince of Mist
This is the first novel written by Carlos Ruiz Zafón and aimed at a primarily adolescent and youth audience. It tells the story of the Carver and his new home, a house where the spirit of Jacob is still breathed, the son of the former owners who died in strange circumstances.
It is a fast action book where adventures, mystery and magic are mixed. Perfect to catch young readers from the first page.
Available on Amazon in soft covers for 8.50 euros, in hard covers for 16.15 euros, and in kindle version for 7.12 euros.
The Prince of the Mist (Carlos Ruiz Zafón Library) On Amazon for €Alice in Wonderland
This novel, written by British author Lewis Carroll, was published in 1865 and soon became a reference in fantastic literature, reaching great popularity in both children and adults.
The play tells the story of a girl named Alicia, who, at the hand of the White Rabbit, enters Wonderland where she will meet fantastic characters with whom she will live eccentric and vaiopintas adventures.
There have been many versions that have been made of this great classic of literature. Some, like this one by Edelvives, include a series of illustrations, drop-down pages and original letters from the author. Available on Amazon for 29.26 euros.
Alice in Wonderland (Illustrated Book Gift) On Amazon for €Little Women
A literature classic written by Louisa May Alcott in 1868, which should not be missing in our home library, and that over the years has been captivating millions of readers around the world.
It tells the adventures of Meg, Beth, Amy and Jo, four sisters who reside with their mother, with the United States Civil War as a backdrop. The four have very different interests, but together they live and suffer the changes that come with growing and becoming a place in the world.
Available on Amazon for 16.10 euros.
Little Women (Classic Alfaguara Collection) On Amazon for € 16.10The Lord of the rings
This work of epic fantasy and adventures written by the British J.R.R. Tolkien, was conceived as a single story, but finally, the novel had to be divided into three parts for editorial reasons. "The Community of the ring", "The two towers" and "The return of the King" narrate the journey of the main protagonist, Frodo Bolsón, to destroy the Unique Ring and the consequent war that will cause the enemy to recover it.
The Lord of the Rings I. The Fellowship of the Ring (J. R. R. Tolkien Library) On Amazon for €
