Miss Rumphius by Barbara Cooney (Puffin, 1985) 1,135,412, 343. by Stephen Gammell (HarperCollins, 1986) 1,818,748, 158. Left Behind: The Kids #1: The Vanishings by Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins (Tyndale House, 1998) 1,145,768, 338. To find out more about PWs site license subscription options, please email Mike Popalardo at: mike@nextstepsmarketing.com. Just Me and My Cousin by Mercer Mayer (Golden, 1992) 1,061,775, 364. By the editors of TIME, with reporting by Daniel DAddario, Giri Nathan and Noah Rayman. The sixth book in the series focuses on the split in the Wizardring world as the war with the evil Lord Voldemort begins. Animal Babies by Harry McNaught (Random House, 1977) 1,577,302, 211. NOTE: If you had a previous PW subscription, click here to reactivate your immediate access. by Sandra Boynton (Workman, 1993) 760,000, 185. The Large Family Stories amazon.com. Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz, illus. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling (Scholastic/Levine, 1999) 6,631,807, 8. How To Kill a Monster (GB #46) by R.L. and Margret Ray (Houghton Mifflin, 1941) 931,057, 149. Julie of the Wolves by Jean Craighead George (HarperCollins, 1974) 2,838,043, 69. by Lynn Sweat (Avon, 1981) 1,784,697, 164. The Curse of the Mummy's Tomb (GB #5) by R.L. Pat the Bunny by Dorothy Kunhardt (Golden, 1940) 7,562,710, 7. 2007. Series) (12/06/2022) by Alice Walstead, Andy Elkerton (Illustrator) 4 Good Work, Amelia Bedelia by Peggy Parish (Avon, 1996) 2,018,158, 132. The Horror at Camp Jellyjam (GB #33) by R.L. by Diane Goode (Random House, 1986) 1,520,603, 229. Take a look at our pick of the best books for 9-11 year olds from the last 100 years. The Tower Treasure (Hardy Boys #1) by Franklin Dixon (Grosset & Dunlap, 1927) 2,209,774, 56. Catherine, Called Birdy by Karen Cushman (HarperCollins, 1995) 1,291,533, 304. The Real Mother Goose by Blanche F. Wright (Rand McNally, 1916 OP) 3,600,000 (as of 1989), 34. The rest, as they say, is history. Do You Know Colors? http://www.randomhouse.com/golden/patthebunny/story.html, RobertMunsch.com. The Alphabet Book by P.D. Nighty-Nightmare by James Howe (Avon, 1988 and Aladdin, 1997) 1,359,359, 279. by Dr. Seuss (Random House, 1975) 1,896,663, 66. The Berenstain Bears and the Week at Grandma's by Stan and Jan Berenstain (Random House, 1986) 1,975,418, 137. Samantha Learns a Lesson by Susan Adler, illus. Ginger and Pickles appear to be two little teddy bears who appear frequently on the bookstore's Facebook page. Sara Gillingham, who wrote a wildly popular guide to constellations for elementary-aged kids in 2018, is back with a primer for toddlers and preschoolers. Were living in a golden age of young-adult literature, when books ostensibly written for teens are equally adored by readers of every generation. Best Sellers in Children's Books on Martial Arts #51. Sept. 7, 2010. The Missing Chums (Hardy Boys #4) by Franklin Dixon (Grosset & Dunlap, 1930) 1,189,973, 109. Stine (Scholastic, 1993) 1,484,187, 237. PW KidsCast: A Conversation with Dan Santat, click here to reactivate your immediate access. So it's not exactly news that "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" will chow down on anything it sees, including plums, pickles, Swiss cheese and salami. Stine (Scholastic, 1995) 1,067,419, 361. The Day the Crayons Quit. by Tasha Tudor (HarperCollins, 1987) 1,068,157, 360. We earn a . Tootle is a baby locomotive who wants to become the Flyer on the New York to Chicago route. The Farm Book by Jan Pfloog (Golden, 1964) 2,142,875, 115. Kids Songs with Crazy Sounds (Golden, 1992 OP) 758,700, 186. Love Is a Special Way of Feeling by Joan Walsh Anglund (Harcourt, 1960) 1,421,064, 89. The Berenstain Bears: No Girls Allowed by Stan and Jan Berenstain (Random House, 1976) 2,248,434, 104. Star Wars Episode I Cross Sections (DK, 1999) 1,100,000, 122. Son of Mad Libs by Roger Price and Leonard Stern (Price Stern Sloan, 1959) 1,277,865, 310. Where's Waldo?by Martin Handford (Little, Brown, 1987) 2,911,195, 42. Although he really didn't read a book until high school, Rawls began to write when he was older. Also of note is how a few paperback classics like Judy Blume's novels and Go Ask Alice have lost momentum. Trouble for Thomas by Rev. by Felicia Bond (HarperCollins/Geringer, 1991) 1,132,605, 116. Shop our brilliant Children's Book Chart online at WHSmith for big savings on a fantastic range of products. The Foot Book (board book) by Dr. Seuss (Random House, 1996) 842,486, 169. Amelia Bedelia Helps Out by Peggy Parish, illus. Just as Long as We're Together by Judy Blume (Dell, 1988) 1,507,735, 233. No doubt you might have favorite, or two. Lewis (Macmillan, 1970 and HarperCollins, 1994) 1,136,640 (figures not available before 1994), 341. The New Baby by Mercer Mayer (Golden, 1983) 2,464,713, 89. Just My Friend and Me by Mercer Mayer (Golden, 1988) 1,781,859, 165. "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing" was Blume's first "Fudge" book. The series consists of two groups. And what have we left off? This award-winning book by Janell Cannon has sold over 500,000 copies and was on the bestseller list for more than two years. Written by: Marjorie Weinman Sharmat. by Douglas Gorsline (Random House, 1975) 3,211,458, 51. by Dayl Taylor (Pleasant Co., 1993) 1,665,358, 188. Chicka Chicka ABC by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault, illus. The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. The Very Quiet Cricket by Eric Carle (Philomel, 1990) 1,403,629, 90. by Laura Cornell (HarperCollins/ Cotler, 1998) 771,103, 182. Frog and Toad Together by Arnold Lobel (HarperCollins, 1979) 1,725,742, 175. Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss (Random House, 1960) 8,143,088, 5. Yertle the Turtle and Other Stories by Dr. Seuss (Random House, 1958) 1,071,060, 126. by Fritz Siebel (HarperCollins, 1983) 1,960,843, 139. Santa Mouse by Elfrieda Dewitt (Grosset & Dunlap , 1966 OP) 1,078,215, 125. The Berenstain Bears and the Truth by Stan and Jan Berenstain (Random House, 1983) 2,801,722, 71. The Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C.S. Goodnight Moon (board book) by Margaret Wise Brown, illus. Ghost Beach (GB #22) by R.L. For generations, Dr. Seuss, Beatrix Potter and E.B. Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault, illus. Ramona and Her Father by Beverly Cleary (Avon, 1990) 1,458,821, 242. Meet Babar and His Family by Laurent de Brunhoff (Random House, 1973 OP) 1,228,596, 314. Ramona Quimby, Age 8 by Beverly Cleary (Avon, 1992) 1,586,721, 205. Barney's Farm Animals (Lyrick, 1993 OP) 2,174,283, 58. Clear and Simple Thesaurus Dictionary (Grosset & Dunlap, 1971) 1,627,941, 198. The Sign of the Beaver by Elizabeth George Speare (Dell, 1984) 2,259,190, 102. 92. Stine (Scholastic, 1994) 1,628,163, 197. Make Way for Ducklings by Robert McCloskey (Viking, 1941) 1,352,712, 97. Books for 8-12 Year Olds Charlotte's Web, by EB White (1952) . by Ernest Shepard (Dutton, 1926) 2,952,331, 40. Experts have recommended and discussed a huge range of books. Shiloh by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor (Dell, 1992 and Aladdin, 2000) 1,710,608, 176. The Berenstain Bears and Too Much Vacation by Stan and Jan Berenstain (Random House, 1989) 1,528,311, 226. by Garth Williams (HarperCollins, 1971) 3,640,157, 38. by Clement Hurd (HarperFestival, 1991) 1,212,945, 105. My First Bible In Pictures by Kenneth Taylor (Tyndale House, 1989) 1,060,519, 127. Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'Dell (Dell, 1971) 6,636,267, 7. Weirdo by Zadie Smith and Nick Laird. A Swiftly Tilting Planet by Madeleine L'Engle (Dell, 1979) 2,059,569, 128. by Mo Willems Disney Publishing Worldwide Advertisement 3. by Karen Craig (Simon Spotlight, 1998) 773,078, 181. With the help of the man in the polka dot tie, Scuffy sails down the wide-open river, seeing all the world has to offer, which is not always good. by Tammie Speer-Lyon (Simon Spotlight, 1998) 781,939, 176. The Little Lamb by Judy Dunn, photos by Phoebe Dunn (Random House, 1977) 1,436,646, 248. Before you know who and the Sorcerer's Stone came along, "The Poky Little Puppy", written by Jannette Sebring Lowery and illustrated by Gustaff Tenggren, held the honor of being the best-selling children's book of all time. In the… 2023 TIME USA, LLC. Mary Anne Saves the Day (BSC #4) by Ann M. Martin (Scholastic, 1987) 1,672,214, 186. Doug doesn't like hugs, but that doesn't mean he dislikes you. One Day at Horrorland (GB #16) by R.L. Stine (Scholastic, 1994) 1,323,436, 292. Frog and Toad Are Friends by Arnold Lobel (HarperCollins, 1979) 2,081,045, 123. The Berenstain Bears Don't Pollute (Anymore) by Stan and Jan Berenstain (Random House, 1991) 1,100,906, 354. In the second installment of the Harry Potter series, our favorite boy wizard returns to Hogwarts after an awful summer with the Dursleys. The Secret of the Indian by Lynne Reid Banks (Avon, 1990) 2,059,126, 129. Piano Lessons Can Be Murder (GB #13) by R.L. Narrative Nonfiction to Rival Thrillers. Sports. Stine (Scholastic, 1996) 1,344,700, 286. Blume originally wrote the manuscript, which she titled, "Peter, Fudge and Dribble", as a picture book. For off-site access, click here. Funnybones Janet and Allan Ahlberg (1980) Or one of the Ahlbergs' other classic illustrated tales such as Peepo or Each Peach Pear Plum. (Random House, 1982) 1,617,461, 201. 4. Today I Feel Silly by Jamie Lee Curtis, illus. Best Sellers in Children's Books #1 You Choose Your Adventure: A World Book Day 2023 Mini Book Pippa Goodhart 29 Paperback 8 offers from 0.99 #2 Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Book 1 J.K. Rowling 73,968 Audible Audiobook 1 offer from 17.99 #3 Marvel Spider-Man Pocket Guide: World Book Day 2023 Catherine Saunders 6 Paperback by Lynn Sweat (Avon, 1986) 1,800,855, 162. by Dr. Seuss, illus. Tootle by Gertrude. by P.D. Paperback. Find out the 15 best-selling books of all time, including Harry Potter, books by Charles Dickens, Black Beauty, Watership Down and more. Caddie Woodlawn by Carol Ryrie Brink (Aladdin, 1969) 1,442,225 (figures not available before 1985), 246. 4.16 avg rating 84,323 ratings. You must have a goodreads account to vote. Merry Christmas, Mom and Dad by Mercer Mayer (Golden, 1982) 3,423,985, 43. Stay Out of the Basement (GB #2) by R.L. Surprise Island by Gertrude Warner (Albert Whitman, 1989) 1,034,435, 371. "The Poky Little Puppy" was one of the original 12 Little Golden Books. The Book of Three by Lloyd Alexander (Dell, 1978) 1,457,508, 243. Titles In This Set:Dragon MountainDragon LegendDragon CityDragon RisingDragon DestinyDragon Realm Adventure World Book DayDragon Mountain:When 12-year-old Billy Chan finds out his parents are sending him to a summer camp in middle-of-nowhere China he doesn't know what to expect. The Zoo Book by Jan Pfloog (Golden, 1967) 2,016,000, 134. by Garth Williams (HarperCollins, 1952) 1,537,560, 79. Say Cheese and Die (GB #4) by R.L. Therefore, some titles had to be left off, and others are ranked according to whatever sales figures were available. Cozy . Noughts and Crosses by Malorie Blackman (2001) Former Children's Laureate Malorie Blackman's novel described a world in which black Africans had enslaved white Europeans. Dawn and the Impossible Three (BSC #5) by Ann M. Martin (Scholastic, 1987) 1,237,219, 313. Peek-a-Boo, I See You by Joan Phillips (Grosset & Dunlap, 1983) 764,818, 184.