Use the dropdown menus below to find suggested reading lists lovingly curated by DC Public Library staff, one for each year of a child's life from birth through sixth grade. More book suggestions and new titles for kids can be found at Find and Borrow: Kids.
Great Books for Birth to Pre-K
For more book suggestions for young children, as well as ways to build early literacy skills from birth, check out STAR: Sing, Talk, and Read. And if you know a young child who lives in DC, make sure they're signed up for the Books from Birth program so they'll receive a free book every month until their fifth birthday, mailed right to their home!
Great Books for Kindergarten to Third Grade
For more great titles, as well as access to special events, activities, resources, and tips for developing readers in Kindergarten to third grade, join the Beyond the Book Club! And don't forget to check out fun programs happening at your neighborhood library.
Great Books for Fourth to Sixth Grade
In addition to the fantastic titles below, browse the collection of 4th-6th Grade titles available to read on your digital device through Overdrive Kids (or download the Libby app to access the same titles). Check out our Homework Help tools if you're looking for online resources for school projects, learning support, and even live tutoring -- all available to you for free with your library card!