101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up (Revised Edition): Timeless Tales and New Adventures Kids Will Love to Read

Discover new books, document your favorites, learn fun facts about books and authors, and develop a lifelong reading habit.

101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up (Revised Edition) is the ultimate reading guide for kids ages 4 to 12+, packed with 101 kid-friendly book recommendations and interactive features to inspire young readers. This revised edition includes diverse voices and graphic novels and reflects current educational trends, making it a modern and inclusive reading guide for young readers today. From classics like Where the Wild Things Are, Beezus and Ramona, and The Phantom Tollbooth to newer favorites such as Big, New Kid, and Brown Girl Dreaming, this inspiring guide covers every stage of a young reader's journey. Designed as an engaging journal, this book allows you to document your reading journey by noting which books you've read, why you love them, and how you rate each one.

Each book entry includes:

• Brief description and quote: Provides insight into the book's story, theme, and style.
• Engaging illustrations: Feature characters or key elements from each book.
• "Did you know?" facts: Fun tidbits about the book or author to spark curiosity.
• "What to read next?" Recommendations to help you find more books you'll love.
• Interactive rating and note space: A place for you to rate and write about your experience with each book.

Organized by book format (picture books, early readers, chapter books, and more) and cross-indexed by subjects like fairy tales, fantasy, sports, and nonfiction, 101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up promotes family reading time and encourages lifelong reading habits.

Author: Bianca Schulze
Publisher: Walter Foster Jr.
Published: 09/09/2025
Pages: 144
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 8.11h x 5.98w x 0.47d
ISBN13: 9780760397763
ISBN10: 0760397767
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Activity Books | General
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Books & Libraries
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Reference | General

About the Author

Award-winning author Bianca Schulze has captivated young readers worldwide with her beloved picture books, including the international bestseller Don't Wake the Dragon. As the founder and editor-in-chief of The Children's Book Review, she has established herself as a trusted voice in children's literature, championing literacy and quality storytelling for over a decade. As host of the popular The Growing Readers Podcast, Bianca connects authors, educators, and families, sharing her passion for books that inspire young minds. Originally from Sydney, Australia, she now creates, writes, and raises her three children with her husband near Boulder, Colorado.