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Summer Childrens Books To Inspire Young Readers

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Summer Childrens Books

School is out, so this is the perfect time to get new Summer childrens books. Your kids can expand their minds, when they are enjoying their break from school.

When we buy books that are keepers, we look for hardcover books that will last. That is especially true, when it comes to books that kids are going to handle and read more than once.

Following are five books that your family will enjoy now. Then, you’ll want to add it to your permanent collection.

There are four well known classics from Canterbury Classics and, also, a beautifully illustrated book from Silver Dolphin.

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The Brothers Grimm Fairy Tales

The fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm have entertained countless children and adults since the early 1800s, and the morals of these stories are as valid today as they were two centuries ago.

This collection of 35 fairy tales includes classics such as “The Frog Prince” and “Beauty and the Beast” as well as lesser-known works like “The Twelve Dancing Princesses” and “Cat and Mouse in Partnership.”

Dozens of full-color and ink drawings by acclaimed illustrator Arthur Rackham add a lovely artistic touch to the stories, making this volume a treasured keepsake.

Peter Pan

J. M. Barrie enjoyed telling stories to the sons of a close family friend.

When his older brother died at age 14 in an ice-skating accident, Barrie was inspired to create the story of Peter Pan, the boy who never grew up.

Published first as a play, then as a novel, this enduring classic will be a treasured addition to any home library.

The cloth-bound cover features a full-color illustrated plate and beautiful foil stamping. Color illustrations throughout will help you envision Neverland, Peter, Wendy, and battles with the famous Captain Hook.

A story for all ages, this title will keep you turning pages long into the evening.

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Hans Christian Andersen’s Fairy Tales

Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tales are known for appealing characters who overcome adversity, making the stories accessible to readers of all ages.

From “Thumbelina” and “The Princess and the Pea” to “The Little Mermaid” and “The Traveling Companion,” these 18 tales are not only entertaining but enlightening too.

Included are 26 full-page color drawings by acclaimed illustrators Arthur Rackham, W. Heath Robinson, and Harry Clarke.

Alices Adventures in Wonderland
Through The Looking Glass

Follow the White Rabbit through this classic tale in the magical world of Wonderland.

Take tea with the Mad Hatter and March Hare, follow a game of croquet between Alice and the Queen of Hearts, and enjoy an adventure of logic that will entertain mature minds as much as the color illustrations will entertain young ones.

The cloth-bound cover with a full-color illustrated plate and beautiful foil stamping will ensure Lewis Carroll’s most famous work will be a treasured title even after they figure out who stole the tarts.

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The Big Book Adventure

There is nothing like a book to take you to places you’ve never been.

Best friends Foxy and Piggy can’t wait to tell each other about all of their adventures in reading!

Flying over Neverland, swimming with a mermaid, joining in a mad tea party, soaring on a magic carpet—old classics come to life in the eyes of two little readers who can’t believe what they’ve seen.

Journey back to old favorites and experience the magic all over again in this adorable picture book about the joys of reading!

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Summer Children’s Books

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Comments

  1. Jan Lee says

    I’d love to give these to my great niece and great nephew. I loved reading as a child and think they’ed love having these as their own, to read as well :)

  3. Nancy says

    Your Harry Potter Butterbeer Soap would make an unforgettable gift for your favorite muggle!

  4. Nancy says

    I think it is very important that children have individual home libraries in addition to their family home libraries. These books would be great read aloud additions to a home library.

  5. Allison Kusel says

    I would love to read these with my son! He loves books and reading! He is only 5 and reading so well I want to continue to introduce him to the world of reading more!!

  7. Lynda Cook says

    These are all great books and would make for a great addition to the library, they remind me of my books when I was little!

  8. Cynthia C says

    I remember reading these classics as a child and would love for my nieces to have the same experience.

  9. Debbie Welchert says

    These would be great books for my grandchildren. I know they would really enjoy reading them.

  10. Mia E. says

    Nice collection of classic books that I know all of my grandkids would enjoy reading.

  12. Stephanie H. says

    Very nice collection of stories to read to the kids over and over again.

  16. Jeffrey says

    Harry Potter Butterbeer Soap Craft looks like something my kids would like making.

  26. Rita M says

    My granddaughter is an avid reader & she would love these! Thank for the chance.

  27. Marlene V says

    I love the Harry Potter Soap! I have some Harry Potter fans in my family that would love this as a gift!

  30. Twingle Mommy says

    I would love to win these to read with my kids this summer. We try to spend some time each day reading during the summer.

  31. Sarah Ferguson says

    I’ve been reading to my son before every nap since he was born. I love adding special books to his collection.

  32. Nicole Kittle says

    I would love to be able to win these amazing books to read with my 4 children!!

  39. Doreen Lamoureux says

    Having books in the house for children is so important , even in this digital world

  41. Carole Dub says

    These titles would be a great addition to my granddaughters library! Thank you!

  52. Mayleen says

    I would like to win this giveaway for my little brother so i can read these books to him

  56. Charlotte says

    These are excellent books especially for summer reading. Thank you for hosting this giveaway.

  59. Sandra Dufoe says

    I would love to win these for my grandchildren I want them to love to read as much as I do.

  73. maria gentry says

    These are some our favorites! i would love to read these with my little girls!

  75. wen budro says

    That is a wonderful collection of classic books. I love that my kids enjoy reading.

  76. Donna says

    This is such a fantastic set of books! I would love to read them with my grandchildren!

  80. Trish says

    What a lovely collection of books! Grimms and Hans Christian Andersen fairy tales were great favorites when I was growing up.