11 Best Books For Elementary School Kids

Elementary school is all about learning new stuff, making new friends and recess (obviously).

It's also the time when you start to read independently, which is why it's so important to develop and encourage that early love of learning. There are some great reads for elementary schoolers today, and fortunately for you, we've rounded up 11 of the best ones out there.

Happy reading!

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The Girl Who Drank the Moon, $10.54
Every year, the people of the Protectorate leave a baby in the woods as a sacrifice to a witch who lives in the forest. What they don't realize is that this witch is kind — she rescues the babies and delivers them to families on the other side of the woods. One year, though, the witch accidentally feeds one of the babies moonlight, making her magical. The witch decides to raise this girl as her own, but there are consequences surrounding this magical human. What will happen as she approaches her 13th birthday?

The Boxcar Children Mysteries Bookshelf (Books 1-12), $33.66
Four orphaned children begin a new life for themselves in an abandoned boxcar— and oh, what mystery and adventure awaits them! The first 12 books from this beloved children's series are now available in paperback, and this roomy Boxcar bookshelf would be welcome on any child's bookshelf.

Girls Think of Everything: Stories of Ingenious Inventions by Women, $6
Looking to inspire your elementary schooler? "Girls Think Of Everything" will do the trick! This awesomely illustrated book features fun and informative profiles of female inventors past and present.

Atlas Obscura: An Explorer's Guide to the World's Hidden Wonders, $17.44
Go on an adventure to 700 of the strangest places on earth — without every leaving your bedroom! "Atlas Obscura" is a fascinating, photo-filled book sure to delight every young adventurer.

Harriet the Spy, $5.03
Harriet M. Welsch will be a famous writer one day, but in the meantime, she writes down everything she sees in a trusty notebook. Harriet is a careful spy, but when she misplaces her notebook, her world is turned upside down. "Harriet the Spy" is a classic, beloved story of growing up, friendship and forgiveness.

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, $7.38
From "Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling and magical mastermind Newt Scamander, it's the scholarly guide to beasts you never knew you needed! These six species are little known outside the American wizarding community, so there's likely something new to discover even for seasoned "Harry Potter" scholars.

Charlotte's Web, $5.29
Wilbur really is some pig! Kids will love him, Charlotte the spider and all their adventures on the farm. This beloved children's book is truly a timeless classic and will continue be a hit with kids for generations to come.

Hundred Percent, $10.36
Tink's end-of-elementary school experience hits home for girls and boys in the throes of this transitional time. "Hundred Percent" is authentically awkward yet ultimately uplifting — a great read for older elementary school kids.

The Book Thief, $7.92
Liesel, a young orphan in 1939 Nazi Germany, has a weakness for books. Even as her poverty-stricken village is bombed around her, she finds a way to get her hands on them and share them with others. "The Book Thief" tells the heart wrenching story of Liesel and those around her— all from the Grim Reaper's point of view. It's a powerful, important and ultimately inspiring read.

The Wild Robot, $15.88
Roz is a robot who finds herself alone on a remote island. She slowly befriends the animals there, but then her forgotten past comes back to haunt her."The Wild Robot" is an action-packed novel about the harsh collision of technology and nature.

The One and Only Ivan, $7.97
Told from the perspective of Ivan the Gorilla, this is this story of his unlikely friendship with a baby elephant. "The One and Only Ivan" is a profound, heartfelt look at friendship, and it's sure to be a top pick especially among young animal lovers.

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