Which books do we recommend? We asked our experts!
Not only did we ask our editors to share their top picks for the gift-giving season, but we also took recommendations from some of our youngest fans!
Explore the wonders of the world’s geography, discover delicious dumplings, learn about our planet’s most precious resource and more in their top picks below.
Top Kids’ Picks
Cora, age 11
“This book reminds me there are a lot of kind people in the world. I’ve read hundreds of books, but this is still one of my all-time favorites.”
Harry, age 7
“I love the poster of the world that comes in the book! I asked my mom to get me this book twice because my dog chewed the poster the first time. I like looking at the continents too. I can name them all.”
Aralyn, age 3
Ready, Set, Go! Sports of All Sorts
“I love learning about sports!” Aralyn’s mom, Ashley, adds, “It is just so cute & I love how inclusive & diverse the pictures are!!!”
Ellery, age 6
“I like Story Tree because it has all my favorite stories in it! All my family loves it!”
Top Editor Picks
“Water is one of my favorite recent Barefoot titles because it contains so much in one volume. Global stories, fascinating facts, gorgeous paintings with endless details to explore. We can spend hours poring over its pages. Its many layers inspire readers of any age to care for our planet” – Autumn Allen, Senior Editor
“I love Dumpling Day for so many reasons. Not only can children practice their counting skills, they also get to learn about delicious food from around the world. Paired with the beautiful art and fun rhyming, it's a treat to read at any age. Plus, there are recipes for all the dumplings! It doesn't get much better than that” – Bree Reyes, Assistant Editor
“I absolutely adore our latest singalong book, Yoga Adventure!. Author Jamaica Stevens is an expert in this field and understands young children inside and out on a truly profound level. She has created a book that both unleashes imaginations and also gets little ones moving their bodies. I think it's an instant Barefoot classic!” – Kate DePalma, Senior Editor
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