The sun is out, the days are getting longer, and it is starting to truly feel like summer. With that in mind, it is worth freshening up your kids' reading list with a few books that feel more summery.
We’ve pulled together a list of the 5 best children’s books to add to their library this summer. Whether you have a younger child or a little bit older, our list will have a little bit of everything for them.
Why we love it:
- Full of summery fun and frolics for your little ones
- Has a really sweet and important message at its core around sharing
Kipper has been a staple of children’s book collections for years - over 30 years, in fact. So your kids are in safe hands with him. The story involves Kipper opening his cornflakes to discover a big, beautiful beach ball and follows him and his friends on all sorts of summery adventures. We love this book because it’s light, fun and has a really sweet and important message around sharing.
Why we love it:
- A genuinely hilarious book that will have you full-on belly laughing
- Perfect for slightly older children with a very relatable lead character
Diary of a Wimpy Kid has become one of the most successful Children’s book series ever because it deals with real issues kids suffer with heart and hilarious humour. This book is no different. Greg is forced into a whole bunch of activities over the course of the summer in the name of “family togetherness”. Obviously, it doesn’t always go to plan, and chaos often ensues. This book is perfect for slightly older kids as it’s incredibly relatable, dealing with everything from family dynamics to young love and friendship.
Why we love it:
- Well-written contemporary young adult fiction with adorable lead characters
- Deals with everything from living with OCD to dysfunctional family dynamics in a really compassionate way
If you’re looking for a brilliant contemporary Young Adult romance for your kid to read, then look no further than Talia Hibbert's “Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute”. The story follows Celine, who spends most of her time talking about UFOs and Brad, the star football player with OCD. They get paired together on a survival course in the woods and start to grow closer together. This book deals with everything from what it means to live with OCD, dysfunctional family dynamics to what romances for young adults mean. The two main characters are really well-written, adorable and relatable - even if your teenage years are a distant memory. Set in the great outdoors, it deals with all these issues whilst having you want to strap on your hiking boots.
Why we love it:
- A silly, fun and thrilling adventure
- Lots of plot twists that will keep you on your toes
David Walliams has cornered the market in silly, fun and beautifully illustrated children's stories in recent years - and that’s why he has become a bestselling author. The Beast of Buckingham Palace follows the young Prince Alfred, who’s never known a life outside of the palace. A series of strange events start to take place, which lead to his Mum (the Queen) being dragged away to the Tower of London. Alfred has to step up and save her and the country. Like every book David Walliams rights, there’s as much in this for the parents as there is for the kids, so if it’s a summer bedtime story you’re looking for, this is perfect for you.
Why we love it:
- A book full of compassion and hope
- Beautifully written with an incredibly important underlying message
The Night Animals is a very sweet tale about dealing with a very serious issue. It follows Nora and her night animals as she is dealing with her Mum suffering from PTSD. It is beautifully and delicately written and perfectly illustrates the strength we all have inside of us, the importance of friendships in those situations and asking for help. It is the perfect book for teaching any older child about the importance of mental health in a sensitive way.
With books for all ages, these books are sure to add some excitement to your child's reading list this summer. If you’re looking for other book inspiration, then take a look at our list of the best animal books to read, the best children’s books to read and if you want to get a head start on Christmas, then the best Christmas books for kids.
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