This Year's Standout Kids' Books. Best Kids' Books of 2026

"We love gem books. What I like about gems is that they're shiny and really cool to see. Wow!"

– Rooney, Age 4

"I love so many pages in this book. I give this book an A! It's so good." 

– Weston, Age 4

"I loved this charming odyssey from the first page! This magical story follows Butter (a cat) and Owl (a crow), two familiars who venture out to find their missing Witch. Full of whimsy, adventure, and joyfully clever writing, readers will delight in this instant classic." 

– Kate, Kids' Pod Leader

"More! More!" 

– Jayden, Age 2

"The Ultimate Robert Munsch Sticker and Activity Book is one of a kind! It's really fun. It has a few word searches, a couple stickers!"

– Coralie, Age 6

"I truly couldn't stop reading this thrilling third Impossible Creatures book! Christopher and Anya discover new creatures, new magic, and the heights of their own bravery as they learn just how far they will venture to save someone they love." 

– Hilary, Kids' Pod Member

"It's funny! It's about weird things in the future. I don't want to spoil it. I would recommend it to my friends." 

– Ryan, Age 8

"The Lion's Run had me hooked from the first page. This breathtaking story about one boy's acts of resistance during WWII is equal parts thrilling and beautiful. Lucas's heroism will inspire readers of all ages to find strength and courage inside of themselves in the face of the darkest and cruelest circumstances." 

– Kimber, Kids' Pod Member

"It was 100/5 stars! I really like the illustrations, it was funny, and it was just a really good book." 

– Henry, Age 7