Romance books for kids
Award winning
Fallen in Love
Lauren Kate, 2012
149 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative fosters emotional and social development.
Encourages exploration of complex feelings and relationships.
Enhances empathy and understanding through character experiences.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.

Fallen in Love
Lauren Kate, 2012
Award winning
I I Love You
Xiao Mao, 2017
300 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence of pure, unconditional love.
Engaging storytelling that resonates with young minds.
Empowers emotional growth and understanding.
Enhances parent-child bonding through shared reading.

I I Love You
Xiao Mao, 2017
Award winning
The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
132 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and emotional understanding.
Characters exemplify resilience and teamwork.
Encourages empathy and practical problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
Award winning
XO, OX: A Love Story
Adam Rex, Scott Campbell, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Humorous tale of unlikely friendship and persistence.
Encourages understanding of emotions and empathy.
Simple, engaging text ideal for early readers.
Strengthens reading skills and parent-child bonding.

XO, OX: A Love Story
Adam Rex, Scott Campbell, 2017
The Two Gentlemen of Verona
William Shakespeare, 1594
64
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and loyalty.
Enhances understanding of language and expression.
Introduces classical literature to young readers.
Supports development of empathy and perspective-taking.

The Two Gentlemen of Verona
William Shakespeare, 1594
Award winning
Everywhere with You
Carlie Sorosiak, 2022
123 pages
Why to read
Adventurous journey enhancing bonding and togetherness.
Showcases resilience and adaptability in changing environments.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Warm illustrations complement the rich, engaging narrative.

Everywhere with You
Carlie Sorosiak, 2022
Kate Bonnet The Romance of a Pirate's Daughter
Frank R. Stockton, 2007
364 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks imagination and curiosity.
Introduces historical context in an engaging way.
Encourages resilience and moral decision-making.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.

Kate Bonnet The Romance of a Pirate's Daughter
Frank R. Stockton, 2007
Red is Home
Emma Bettridge, 2023
123 pages
Why to read
Vivid storytelling enhances cognitive and creative skills.
Emphasizes importance of emotions and self-expression.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
