The 5 best children’s book series to promote learning
With so many great children’s books out there, it’s hard to know what to pick for the next bedtime story or readaloud. You want something that will feed your children’s curiosity and promote learning, while still being entertaining enough to hold their attention.
That’s where these series come in. The books act as familiar touchstones for young readers, helping them connect with recognizable characters from the first read to the next. Kids will be thrilled to read these five stories and follow the characters through their adventures — and you’ll be thrilled that your child is learning.
• “The Questioneers” by Andrea Beaty, illustrated by David Roberts.
A New York Times bestselling series and a Netf lix TV show, “The Questioneers” is the perfect way to introduce kids to different disciplines. Along with educating children about different professional fields, it also helps them learn that the challenges in their path don’t define them ( see Aaron’s dyslexia in Aaron Slater, Illustrator!). Filled with memorable, compelling characters and whimsical illustrations, this series encourages young readers to pursue their passions and have confidence in themselves.
• “If Not You, Then Who?” by David and Emberli Pridham.
As parents, guardians and teachers strive to teach the principles of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, “If Not You, Then Who?” is here to help. This engaging series makes learning easy and fun as its characters learn how they can use STEM in their daily lives. Whether the three Fairley siblings are building a treehouse or coming up with an invention to help the environment, young readers will be inventing right alongside them. And while some kids are intimidated by STEM, “If Not You, Then Who?” will assure them that there’s nothing to fear. In fact, it turns out that the world of S. T. E. M. can be a blast!
• “Creatrilogy” by Peter Reynolds
These three best- selling, award- winning books promote creativity. Peter Reynolds harnesses his own talent and imagination to bring kids a series all about the beauty of selfexpression. From Ish’s message that a drawing doesn’t have to be “perfect” to be incredible, to Dot’s encouragement to simply start somewhere — these books will entice even the stubbornest artistto- be to embrace creativity and spontaneity. The Creatrilogy’s illustrations capture the playful energy of the books’ text, demonstrating to young readers the joy and freedom that the act of creation can bring.
• “Mia & Tiago” by Gosia Glinska, illustrated by Tomasz Plaskowski
Gosia Glinska and Tomasz Plaskowski’s “Mia & Tiago” series teaches kids entrepreneurship and self- initiative. Alongside the protagonists, kids will come along on an adventure in ingenuity. When classmates and friends Mia & Tiago team up for a school project on new ventures to help their community, they’re stumped on what their project should focus on. Each book in the series focuses on a reallife approach that entrepreneurs use to get their ideas up and going. From the bird in the hand principle to the lemonade principle, young readers will have a step- by- step guide at their disposal, ready for their next idea!
• “What Do You Do With …?” by Kobi Yamada, illustrated by Mae Besom
When a book is an Amazon teacher’s pick, you know it’s going to be educational. This series, described as being “for anyone who’s ever had a big idea,” is all about encouraging independent thinking and problem solving in children. Written in simple, straightforward language, “What Do You Do With…?” asks its readers to look inward at what interests and inspires them. Thanks to these books, children can feel pride in the value of their ideas, knowing that they’ve accomplished something great by simply trying. By encouraging young readers to go out and seek inspiration, “What Do You Do With …?” is the perfect read to boost a child’s confidence in their own abilities.