Children’s books are great teachers. Although they are written purposely for children, the stories that they contain go beyond their purpose. They do not only teach their target readers but also those people that are transitioning from childhood to adulthood. In other words, the tales are intended not just for kids but for grown-ups too. With that being said, listed below are the brilliant children’s books that you might want to check out!
The Ladybug and The Bully Frog by Caroleann Rice
In April of 2018, the book by Caroleann Rice titled The Ladybug and The Bully Frog was published by Xulon Press. It contains not only a wonderfully-written tale but also amazingly-created illustrations that were drawn by Charles Berton. The story is opened by a group of friends that cannot enjoy playing at the pond because of Milton, a frog who is a bully. Hence, the rabbit named Clover went to Mrs. Ladybug called Dot to seek for help and to the snail named Solomon to ask for some wisdom. Clover’s main mission is to make Milton realize that he is being mean to others. However, only those who are courageous and gutsy enough to face Milton, and have wings can do the job — someone like Dot. Will Dot complete the mission and help the bully realize that he is being a bully?
Sammie the Shark and the Return of the Lost Gift by Janet Councilman
Janet Councilman is the author of the beautifully-written book Sammie the Shark and the Return of the Lost Gift. The book was published by Covenant Books, Inc. last October of 2019. The story is set in a fictional and vibrant area in the ocean named Coral Bay. It revolves around the story of a little shark named Sammie who unexpectedly stumbled upon a shiny thing but he isn’t familiar with it. Sammie continue to ponder what the sparkly object could be but as the story goes, the thing that Sammie found happens to be a very important present for someone who is dear to him and who he loves so much. Thus, this book will definitely warm your heart and makes you appreciate your loved ones even more.
The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein
Harper & Row published the children’s picture book written and illustrated by Shel Silverstein titled The Giving Tree in October 7, 1964. It was followed by Who Wants a Cheap Rhinoceros? in 1983. Furthermore, The Giving Tree became one of the most famous books by Silverstein that has been translated into a wide array of language. The story focuses on a boy and an apple tree that formed a bond with each other. The latter is a generous tree while the former is a happy child. The story didn’t only revolve around the childhood of the boy but also on the times when he entered adulthood. The tree was still there, standing strongly and calling him “Boy” even if he had grown up already.
Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss
The original publication date of the book by Dr. Seuss called Green Eggs and Ham was August 12, 1960. Among the publishers of the books are Random House and The Living Books Company. Green Eggs and Ham is included in the series called Beginner Books. It was preceded by One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish in 1960 and was followed by The Sneetches and Other Stories in 1961. Moreover, the book centers on “Sam-I-Am” who is annoying a grumpy character to try and eat a food composed of green eggs and ham. The grumpy character declined Sam-I-Am’s offer by saying, “I do not like green eggs and ham. I do not like them, Sam-I-Am.” But regardless of how many times the grumpy character repeat his refusal, Sam-I-Am didn’t stop to pester him. Because of the persistence of Sam-I-Am, the character had no choice but to try the weird looking food and surprisingly ends up liking them.
Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery
Lucy Maud Montgomery, also known as L.M. Montgomery, is the brilliant mind behind the Anne of Green Gables series. The first book has the same name of the series and was published in 1908 by L.C. Page & Co., which was followed by Anne of Avonlea in 1909. The story is set in Prince Edward Island and centers on the story of an orphan named Anne. She is a very bright and enthusiastic girl who continues to amaze the people around her with her wit. She was mistakenly adopted by siblings named Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert. The siblings were planning to adopt a boy but they were given Anne instead. Anne started to live with them, creating a difference on the lives of the Cuthbert and other people in their small town.
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