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ShareTweet+1PinWhatsApp0 SharesSome children’s books are evergreen classics. Here are our picks for the 5 best children’s authors of all time – authors we’ll never tire of reading!
Today’s readers are tomorrow’s leaders. And we’re not talking about the random reading once a month – we’re talking about reading as a regular habit. It’s a sad truth that many of our kids don’t even read with this minimal regularity!
The benefits of a reading habit in childhood are well documented, but it needs to be carefully instilled. All the more so when it has to compete with mobiles, television and laptop. This includes not forcing the child to read, setting a scheduled time for reading every day, and making available an array of good children’s books.
Now that last point is often one of confusion for Moms. Have you ever tried searching for children’s books online? You’ll go crazy at the sheer number of choices available. With new authors popping up every other day, how do you know what’s best for your child?
In a nutshell, the best book for a child is the one he/she reads. But to help you get a head start on building a good library for your child, we’d suggest books by some of the best children’s authors of all time. Their books have stood the test of time and generations after generations enjoy their work. So here’s a look at the people who made us laugh and cry in our childhood and whose books have the power to do the same to our kids!
5 Best Children’s Authors of All Time
1. Enid Blyton
“I think people make their own faces, as they grow.”
Enid Blyton is unmistakably one author sure to be on everyone’s list. the most favorite authors of all the time. Her writing style is simple, and the humor is subtle but hits the right note. Translated into 90 languages, this is one author that’s popular with children across the globe!
Popular works include:
- The Secret Seven
- The Famous Five
- Noddy goes to Toyland
- The Magic Faraway Tree
2. Roald Dahl
“Those who don’t believe in magic will never find it.”
Roald Dahl is the one who said “So, please, oh please, we beg, we pray, go throw your TV set away, and in its place you can install, a lovely bookcase on the wall.” This couldn’t be truer in this digital age than ever! Creator of the famous Chocolate Factory and Willy Wonka character, Roald Dahl’s humor was both light and dark, but always entertaining.
Popular works include:
- Matilda
- Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
- The Twits
- Fantastic Mr. Fox
3. Julia Donaldson
“I opened a book and in I strode. Now nobody can find me.”
Julia Donaldson’s stories are simple but immensely entertaining, and many of them are laugh out loud hilarious! She brings her stories to life with beautiful illustrations which are characteristic of Donaldson’s books. This is a great collection to encourage young readers to get into a reading habit.
Popular works include:
- The Gruffalo
- Room on the Broom
- What the Ladybird Heard
- The Snail and the Whale
4. Eric Carle
“…he nibbled a hole in the cocoon, pushed his way out and…he was a beautiful butterfly!”
Even if you’ve been living under a rock, you must have heard of Eric Carle and his book “The Very Hungry Caterpillar”! A copy of this book is sold every 20 seconds somewhere in the world. Eric Carle’s books are easily identified by his distinct illustrations, which is nothing short of art. A perfect treat for the eyes and mind!
Popular works include:
- The Very Hungry Caterpillar
- The Very Busy Spider
- The Very Lonely Firefly
- Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What do you See?
5. Dr. Seuss
“You’re never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child.”
Theodor Seuss Geisel started out as an illustrator before turning into Dr. Seuss, the world famous children’s author whose books have sold over 600 million copies. His writing is not just funny, it’s deeply thought-provoking, and several quotes from his children’s books have been picked out and used for adults. That’s the genius of his writing!
Popular works include:
- The Cat in the Hat
- One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish
- Oh, the Places you’ll Go!
- Green Eggs and Ham
We’ve listed very few books in here, there are so many, many more! Test your child’s interest by getting him one from each author and let him decide which one appeals the most to him. Maybe he likes the simple writing and intricate plots of Blyton; maybe he likes the nonsensical prose of Seuss. Whatever it is, as long as your child shows an interest in books, you’ve succeeded!
You might also like to check out our other book lists:
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- 10 Books about Healthy Eating for Toddlers
- Top 10 Funny Books for Kids
- 10 Children’s Books about Diversity and Tolerance
- 15 Father’s Day Books for Toddlers
- 15 Fun Diwali Books for All Ages
- 12 Best Potty Training Books for Toddlers
- 10 Multicultural Books for Toddlers
- 10 Must Have Bedtime Books for Babies
- 15 Books about Good Manners
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