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Top 5 beloved books for kids aged 6-12 that every child adores and wishes to own immediately. A meaningful gift for occasions like holidays and birthdays.

Explore Imagination: Top Picks for Kids Aged 6-12

By JulygwynetPublished 16 days ago 4 min read
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1. Dog Man (12 book series)

From worldwide bestselling author and artist Dav Pilkey comes Dog Man, the canine cop who's part dog, part man, and ALL HERO!

George and Harold have created a new breed of justice. With the head of a dog and the body of a human, this heroic hound digs into deception, claws after crooks, rolls over robbers, and scampers after squirrels. Will he be able to resist the call of the wild to answer the call of duty?

Dav Pilkey's wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including empathy, kindness, persistence, and the importance of being true to one's self.

2. Oh, the Places You'll Go! Hardcover – January 22, 1990

Dr. Seuss’s wonderfully wise Oh, the Places You’ll Go! is the perfect gift to celebrate all of our special milestones—from graduations to birthdays and beyond!

“[A] book that has proved to be popular for graduates of all ages since it was first published.”—The New York Times

From soaring to high heights and seeing great sights to being left in a Lurch on a prickle-ly perch, Dr. Seuss addresses life’s ups and downs with his trademark humorous verse and whimsical illustrations.

The inspiring and timeless message encourages readers to find the success that lies within, no matter what challenges they face. A perennial favorite and a perfect gift for anyone starting a new phase in their life!

3. Happy Birthday to You! Hardcover – Picture Book, August 12, 1959

Celebrate your unique self with Dr. Seuss and the Great Birthday Bird in the ultimate birthday book! A perfect gift for Seuss fans or anyone blowing out the candles for another year!

Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you!

In the picture book Happy Birthday to You!, Dr. Seuss has crafted the perfect celebration of the person you were born to be. When the Great Birthday Bird arrives to usher in your "Day of all Days," you can expect a colorful romp full of fantastical fun that is all about YOU!

With birthday festivities on every page, readers go on a journey that teaches them to celebrate being themselves—every single day of the year! This joyful classic rejoices about the things that make you unique! It's the essential birthday gift for ages one to 101—from the one and only Dr. Seuss!

4. Why a Daughter Needs a Mom: Celebrate Your Special Mother Daughter Bond this Mother's Day with this Heartwarming Picture Book! (Always in My Heart) Hardcover – Picture Book, April 2, 2019

Based on Gregory Lang's New York Times bestselling original series! The perfect book to show why Mom is so special!

This new picture book for kids ages 3-7 and beyond is a touching story to show a girl all the ways her mother will help her grow and to remind her of the special bond only she can have with Mom. Featuring charming illustrations and heartwarming rhymes about the moments mothers and daughters share, Why a Daughter Needs a Mom is the perfect story to connect mother and daughter together and wonderful keepsake for a daughter at any age.

From the first time I held you, so perfect and new,

I promised to do everything that I could do

To help you become your most wonderful YOU,

My darling, my daughter, my girl.

For new moms, mothers-to-be, or for that perfect mother-daughter moment at birthdays and other special occasions all year, this sweet storybook celebrates how a mother is always there for her little girl, reminding her how important she is.

5. Everything Is Mama Board book – Illustrated, January 8, 2019

Everything is . . .

MAMA!

Jimmy Fallon, one of the most popular entertainers in the world and NBC's Tonight Show host, was on a mission with his first children's book to have every baby's first word be DADA. And it worked! A lot of babies' first words were DADA. However, everything after that was MAMA.

So take a lighthearted look at the world from your baby's point of view as different animals try to teach their children that there are other words in addition to MAMA for familiar objects and activities, now available in board book.

Each of these books offers a unique and unforgettable reading experience, filled with imagination, adventure, and valuable life lessons. these stories are sure to captivate young readers and ignite their love for reading.

So, why wait? Dive into these captivating tales and embark on unforgettable literary adventures today!

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Julygwynet

Inhale life, exhale narratives, poetry, prose, and fleeting and harmonious moments. A perfectionist who enjoys crafting and repurposing words. I write for the simple pleasure of forming patterns and words into images on a blank page.

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