Stories for my kids

Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin is a hilarious, bestselling children's picture book that explores a peculiar quirk in dragon dietary habits: they love all kinds of tacos, but absolutely detest spicy salsa.

In Grumpy Monkey: Father's Day Fuss by Suzanne and Max Lang, Jim Panzee tries to surprise his dad for the holiday, only to find his grandfather dismisses the celebrations. The story delivers a gentle lesson that it is okay for different people to feel differently about celebrating.

Blueberries for Sal by Robert McCloskey is a classic children’s picture book about a little girl named Sal and a bear cub who both go up Blueberry Hill with their mothers. While picking berries to prepare for winter, the two children wander off and accidentally trail the wrong mothers.

We Don't Eat Our Classmates is a children's picture book by Ryan T. Higgins about Penelope Rex, a young T-Rex who struggles to make friends on her first day of school because she keeps eating her human classmates. She learns the value of empathy after the class goldfish bites her finger.

A Bad Case of Stripes by David Shannon is a children's book about a girl named Camilla Cream who loves lima beans but won't eat them because her peers don't like them, and she's afraid of what others think. On the first day of school, she breaks out in stripes, which change to match whatever people say, turning her into a colorful, patterned distraction until she learns to accept herself, including her love for lima beans, which cures her. The book is a humorous story about individuality, conformity, and the importance of being true to yourself.

Mary Wears What She Wants is a children's book by Keith Negley about young Mary Edwards Walker, who decides to ditch restrictive dresses for comfortable pants. The "hook" uses a direct contrast: "Once upon a time... girls only wore dresses. And only boys wore pants. Until one day, a young girl named Mary had an idea." [1, 2]

Story made up on the spot by Jules, 5 years old, inspired by reading the story, a long way home”

Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne Lang is a children’s picture book about Jim Panzee, a chimpanzee who wakes up in a bad mood. Instead of forcing a fake smile, Jim learns an important lesson: it is perfectly normal to feel sad or grumpy, and sometimes you just need to let yourself experience those emotions

This is a heartwarming children's picture book about a little boy who finds an airplane in his closet and takes it for a flight.

Uni the Unicorn, by Amy Krouse Rosenthal, is a heartwarming picture book about a special unicorn who believes little girls are real, despite her peers dismissing them as myth. Both Uni and a real human girl dream of being best friends, highlighting the power of belief and imagination.

When two sisters are ushered outside to play, one sits under a tree with a book while the other regales her with descriptions of a cool fort in a tree that grows ever more fantastical in the telling. What will it take to get the older sister to look up? The promise of a water-balloon launcher in case of attack?

Mirette on the High Wire by Emily Arnold McCully is a 1993 Caldecott Medal-winning picture book set in 19th-century Paris. It tells the story of a spirited girl named Mirette who learns to walk a tightrope from a depressed, retired performer named Bellini. Through courage and persistence, she helps him conquer his fear, leading to a daring performance together.

"I Wish You More" by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld is a heartwarming, bestselling picture book featuring simple, poetic wishes for children, such as "more ups than downs" and "more treasures than pockets". It highlights hope, encouragement, and unconditional love.

"Someday" by Alison McGhee is a poignant children's picture book about a mother's hopes and dreams for her child's future, tracing the journey from infancy to adulthood. The parent dreams of the child experiencing life's joys and hardships, eventually becoming a parent themselves and growing old.

In Strega Nona Meets Her Match (1993) by Tomie dePaola, Strega Nona’s friend, Strega Amelia, arrives in town and sets up a rival shop using modern, flashy gadgets instead of traditional magic. Amelia lures away all of Strega Nona's customers and even hires Big Anthony, but her "modern" methods ultimately cause a chaotic mess that makes the villagers realize Strega Nona's traditional ways are best.

Diary of a Worm by Doreen Cronin is a humorous children's book written as diary entries from a young worm’s perspective. It chronicles daily life, including school, friendship with a spider, and trying to avoid dangers like hopscotch and fishing season. The worm learns life lessons from his parents, avoids bathing, and enjoys burrowing in the earth. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Pig the Monster by Aaron Blabey is a hilarious, rhyming Halloween story where the greedy pug, Pig, goes on a selfish rampage for treats. He causes trouble, plays mean tricks, and refuses to share, until he gorges on too much chocolate and falls ill. Ultimately, Trevor the dachshund saves him, teaching Pig to be nicer.

If I Built a School by Chris Van Dusen is a whimsical, rhyming picture book where a creative boy named Jack reimagines his school as a futuristic, fun-filled wonderland. Jack replaces boring classrooms with hover desks, glass transport tubes, a robot chef, and a gym featuring a swimming pool, rock wall, and skydiving wind tunnels.

Duck on a Bike by David Shannon is a children’s book about a duck who decides to ride a bike around the farm. He wobbles at first but grows confident, passing other animals who have mixed reactions—some think it's silly, others are impressed. When children leave their bikes unattended, all the animals join in for a joyride.

Unfunny Bunny (2026), written by Kenan Thompson and Bryan Tucker, is a children's picture book about a bunny who wants to be the funniest student in class, but his jokes initially bomb. Through friendship with a hedgehog, practice, and perseverance, the bunny learns to improve his comedy, ultimately finding success.

Slightly Invisible is a 2010 Charlie and Lola picture book by Lauren Child where Lola and her imaginary friend, Soren Lorensen, disrupt Charlie and his friend Marv’s quest to find "strange and tricky creatures". Despite Charlie's attempts at solitude, Lola uses creativity, pink milk, and invisibility to join the adventure.

Diary of a Fly by Doreen Cronin is a humorous, illustrated children's book following a young fly who dreams of becoming a superhero. Through diary entries, she navigates school, 327 siblings, and adventures with friends Worm and Spider, celebrating the unique abilities of bugs—like walking on walls—while learning to dream big.

massive rhino hidden in a small flat, which involves managing giant piles of poop, fitting the animal in an elevator, and finding expensive food, until the rhino eventually decides to return to the zoo.

Maple & Willow Together (2014) by Lori Nichols is a heartwarming children's picture book about inseparable sisters who navigate the highs and lows of sibling relationships. They share a deep bond, playing together daily in nature, but face a fight over dandelions that leads to a temporary separation before they reconcile.

Make Way for Ducklings (1941) by Robert McCloskey is a classic children’s picture book following Mr. and Mrs. Mallard as they search for a safe place to raise their eight ducklings in Boston. After finding a perfect island in the Charles River, Mrs. Mallard teaches her ducklings—Jack, Kack, Lack, Mac, Knack, Whack, Pack, and Quack—to swim and follow her.

“Ellie" by Mike Wu is a charming picture book about a small elephant who discovers her artistic talent to save her beloved zoo from closing. When she feels she has no skills compared to other animals, she discovers painting, using her creativity to bring color to the zoo and win over visitors.

Truffle: A Dog (and Cat) Story by David McPhail: A children's book about a farm dog navigating life, work, and his complex relationship with cats.

Pig the Fibber by Aaron Blabey is a humorous children's book about Pig, a selfish pug who constantly lies and blames his housemate, Trevor the sausage dog, for his own naughty behavior. Pig's lies escalate until a sneaky plan to steal treats backfires, teaching him a painful lesson about honesty. [1, 2, 3]

The book follows a boy named Duncan who discovers that his crayons have written him letters expressing their frustrations and grievances. In the letters, the crayons describe how they have been treated, some feeling overused, others ignored, and some frustrated by being used for the “wrong purposes”.

I'm Happy-Sad Today: Making Sense of Mixed-Together Feelings by Lory Britain(illustrated by Matthew Rivera) is a children's picture book that validates experiencing multiple, often contradictory, emotions simultaneously—such as happy-sad, scared-brave, or nervous-excited. It teaches that mixed feelings are natural, offering strategies like talking, art, and movement to cope with complex emotions.

Secret Pizza Partyby Adam Rubinand Daniel Salmieri is a humorous children's book about a pizza-obsessed raccoon tired of being chased away with a broom. He decides to throw a secret party, planning an elaborate, covert mission to enjoy pizza safely with his friends

Aaron Slater, Illustrator by Andrea Beaty and David Roberts (part of The Questioneers series) is a 2021 children’s picture book about a young boy with dyslexia who struggles with reading and writing. Through rhyming text and vibrant illustrations, Aaron discovers his voice by telling stories through art, proving that his unique strengths are valuable.

The Marvelous Now (2025) by Angela DiTerlizzi, illustrated by Lorena Alvarez Gómez, is a children's picture book (part of The Magical Yet series) that teaches mindfulness and emotional regulation. It helps children overcome overwhelming emotions, stress, or a bad day by focusing on the "Marvelous Now"—a calm, present moment.

A Crankenstein Valentine by Samantha Berger (illustrated by Dan Santat) follows a young boy who turns into a green-skinned "Crankenstein" due to his hatred of "mushy gushy" Valentine's Day traditions like heart-shaped food, cards, and school pageants. His day turns around when he meets a fellow "monster" who dislikes the holiday just as much, turning his sour mood sweet.

"A Lost Button" is a heartwarming short story from the book Frog and Toad Are Friends by Arnold Lobel, highlighting themes of friendship, patience, and gratitude.

Recommended for kids 7-12 years old.

Step into a World Where K-Pop Meets Monster-Hunting Magic! Get ready for a thrilling, music-powered adventure that will keep kids hooked from the very first page! K-Pop Demon Hunters Stories for Kidsbrings together the heart-pounding excitement of battling dark creatures with the fun, friendship, and energy of the K-Pop world. Follow a group of fearless young idols as they juggle dance practice, world tours, and—oh yeah—saving the planet from terrifying demons! Each story is packed with electrifying battles, catchy K-Pop vibes, and messages of courage, teamwork, and believing in your...

Aaron Slater, Illustrator by Andrea Beaty and David Roberts is a children's book in the Questioneers series about a young boy with dyslexia who struggles with reading and writing. While facing academic challenges, Aaron realizes he can tell stories through his passion for art, ultimately finding his voice and confidence by embracing his unique perspective.

I'm Happy-Sad Today: Making Sense of Mixed-Together Feelings by Lory Britain, PhD, is a children’s picture book (ages 3–8) that validates experiencing multiple, conflicting emotions simultaneously. It follows a young girl navigating complex feelings—like being excited yet nervous or proud yet jealous—teaching that it is normal and okay to have mixed feelings. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

The Snail and the Whale by Julia Donaldson is a charming rhyming story about a tiny snail with a desire to see the world who hitches a ride on a humpback whale's tail. Together, they journey past icebergs, volcanoes, and coral reefs, but when the whale gets beached, the tiny snail rescues him by alerting a local school, proving that even the small can make a big difference.

Bob & Rob & Corn on the Cob by Todd McQueen is a children’s picture book about two squirrels, Bob and Rob, who love eating corn on the cob. They encourage their picky friend, Ella Mae Dobbs (a snobby rabbit who prefers fancy food like tofu), to try corn on the cob, while they try her favorite foods, teaching children to embrace new foods.