What is your favourite childrens book or story and why?

Question

What is your favourite childrens book or story and why?
Its National Literacy and Numeracy Week in Australia currently!

Answer

For children under brThe Little Prince, by Antoine de SaintExupéry Its an amazing moral allegory, teaching children truth through metaphor at a young age. Its engaging, interesting and the pictures make it fun for little kids to read. Its also very entertaining. Probably my favourite book as a child, though I didnt really appreciate it until very recently. brbrThe Harry Potter series, by JK. Rowling Great entertainment! I remember reading the first book at the tender age of . I loved it, I remember eagerly awaiting the next book, and reenacting scenes of the book with friends at school, running around the playground with pretend broomsticks and wands. It captivated the imagination of a generation, and is the type of story that can be read continuously, from childhood right through into adulthood. Very imaginative and highly interesting and entertaining. I started a reread of the series recently, and as a teenager now, I love revisiting the adventures of Harry at Hogwarts, reminds me of my childhood days. brbrThe Giving Tree, by Shel Silverstein Great short story, especially for little kids. Amazing message of love! Great story of change, discovery and love. Its for children and adults of all ages, the moral of the story will last with you forever. brbrThe Happy Prince and other stories, by Oscar Wilde Great short stories by Oscar Wilde, very entertaining, have morals attached and enjoyable to listen to or read. They are perfect for nighttime stories and stir imagination. All the stories have a strong message, that drives children to think about the world around them, and the basic elements of the human condition. brbrbrFor Children over brbrTo Kill a Mockingbird, by Harper Lee I read this book first, at around the age of . Its realistic, imaginative and extremely entertaining! The stories of Atticus Finch, and his infamous, You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view until you climb into his skin and walk around in it, are words to live a relationship and life by. His fatherfigure image was a great didactic journey, combined with the lessons about the effects of segregation and alienation, I truly believe this book is amazing for children it certainly was for me! Its also entertaining, witty and incredibly hilarious. Kids who enjoy reading, will love it!brbrOf Mice and Men, by John Steinbeck One of the alltime favourites, a heart warm tragedy. It has a relevant message and a great storyline. Its humorous, interesting and intriguing! I loved it absolutely, from start of finish. I read it first when I was , I thought it was an impressive book. Its about acceptance and isolation, and belonging to a society. Great novel, that moves your heart, the story and message showcases the impact of literature. brbrbrLord of the Flies, by William Golding This book is for young teenagers, I personally first read it at around the age of . Its once again, an allegorical story that delves deep into the human psyche. Of course I didnt understand this at age , but I loved it for what I saw it as, and what all children see it as a gripping, entertaining, and adventurous novel that you cant stop reading. Definitely recommend this to all kids who have an interest in thrillers, because this certainly is one! brbrThe Hobbit The Lord of the Rings trilogy, by JRR Tolken The films do justice to the book. I watched the films first and when I started reading the book I could picture the events on Jacksons screenplay. I think its a must for all teenagers. It has a gripping storyline that entertains, and cultivates imagination beyond comprehension. I would recommend reading the books before watching the films though. brbrThe Chronicles of Narnia, by CS Lewis Great series! Adventure, morals, amazing entertainment and I remember loving reading it as a year old. Its also highly biblical, with great biblical archetypes. Its a story of love, wisdom, hope and truth. A must for children! brbrOther books I couldnt fit into the word limit, lol brbr Alice in Wonderland Lewis Carrollbr Oliver Twist, by Charles Dickens br The Tale of Two Cities, by Charles Dickensbr The War of the Worlds, by HG Wells br The Picture of Dorian Gray, by Oscar Wildebr The Wind in the Willows, by Kenneth Grahamebr Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, by Roald Dahl br His Dark Materilas Phillip Pullman