Imagine this: it’s a birthday or a graduation, or maybe it’s a special occasion like Christmas or Easter, and you’re likely thinking “What on earth am I going to get this kid?” Well, we’re here to tell you a well-known fact: Books make the BEST gifts.
We’ll make it even easier for you with our tasteful selection of the Top Children’s Books at Book Grocer that will make the kids choose books over iPads any day!
FOR THE CURIOUS KIDS (4-6 years old)
Little People, Big Dreams Collection by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
The Little People, Big Dreams collection is so popular, we've included its own link in our navigation bar. Introduce the kids to famous figures who have made their mark in history like Charles Darwin, Audrey Hepburn, Martin Luther King Jr., Steve Jobs, and more.
Please note that our Little People, Big Dreams collection sell out quickly. We aim to re-stock and include new famous figures as often as possible!
Wake Up Sleepy Beauty, Cinderella's Ballet Shoes, and Snow White, Star Striker by Sue Nicholson
Featuring familiar characters including Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty and Snow White, these picture books teach the young ones all about kindness, responsibility, and teamwork!
FOR THE KIDS WHO WANT A LITTLE MORE MAGIC (7-9 years old)
The Ice Monster, The Beast of Buckingham Palace, Code Name Bananas, Bad Dad, and more by David Walliams 
Described as one of the fastest growing children's author of our time, David Walliams writes children's books filled to the brim with fun and crazy adventures! The kids are in for a real treat with any of his books.
Matilda, Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator, Fantastic Mr. Fox, James and the Giant Peach, and more by Roald Dahl
Truly a household name when it comes to the best children's books. Roald Dahl has written many famous titles that have been adapted into movies, included the beloved Matilda and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. With many of his works available on our website, it'll be hard to only choose one to gift!
FOR THE KIDS READY FOR BIGGER ADVENTURES (10-13 years old)
A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket
You may recognise the name because this popular chapter books series has been adapted onto both the big screen and as a hit Netflix Series. Follow the Baudelaire children on their perilous adventures of... well, unfortunate events as they try to escape from the clutches of their greedy uncle, Count Olaf.
The Dork Diaries by Rachel Renee Russell
When you're looking for a laugh-out-loud read for the kids, The Dork Diaries is it. This feel-good, coming of age series follows 14-year-old Nikki Maxwell as she navigates her way through school, life, and finding herself. Hilarious and its hype is well-deserved with easy-to-read text and fun illustrations!
Percy Jackson and the Olympians by Rick Riordan
For the kids who love to get lost in the world of fantasy and fiction, we're recommending getting lost with demi-god, son of Poseidon, Percy Jackson. Heavily based on Greek Mythology, this series has captured the hearts of many across TikTok and Instagram, and has been adapted onto the big screen.
The School for Good and Evil by Soman Chainani
What happens when fairytale heros and villains in training go to the same school? Soon to be adapted into a major motion feature on Netflix, which we're so sure will be hit, The School for Good and Evil is the perfect choice for anyone (young or old) who still dream of daring quests and royal crowns.
Did you want more recommendations?
We could go on forever with more amazing recommendations for the kids, but we'll round it off with our fantastic range of Children's Book Boxes. Spoil the kids with a WHOLE box of magical reads for just $100. Only at Australia's number one online bargain bookstore, the Book Grocer.
Happy book shopping!
