9 Books to Get Kids Hooked on Reading for Life

From the classics to more recent must-reads, fantasy to funny, these essential books will engage, entertain and maybe even enlighten kids and teens.
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Need a book suggestion for your kid? We've got you. From the classics to more recent must-reads, fantasy to funny, these essential books will engage, entertain and maybe even enlighten kids and teens.

This slideshow is just a snapshot of ideas. For over 150 more great reads, check out Essential Books for Kids and Teens. You can even download it and take it to-go.

From bedtime stories to chapter books to true literature and more, these books are proven to click with all kinds of kids -- and can encourage them to become lifelong readers.

Goodnight Moon

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