ET: The Extra-Terrestrial Storybook by William Kotzwinkle (Grosset & Dunlap, 1983) 1,342,863, 98. 3.3 out of 5 stars . Newspaper Subscriptions. by Laura Cornell (HarperCollins/ Cotler, 1998) 771,103, 182. by Garth Williams (HarperCollins, 1974) 9,899,696, 2. Such literature, they lamented, did not engage children. Ghost Camp (GB #45) by R.L. Big Bird's Mother Goose, photos by John Barrett (Random House, 1984) 974,168, 143. by P.D. Green Eggs and Ham. Guess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratney, illus. When the brother dies, Karana learns to survive finding inner strength and serenity. "The Celebrity 100: #9 J.K. The Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown, illus. Hop on Pop by Dr. Seuss (Random House, 1963) 5,420,890, 17. This is an adorable and essential picture book about consent. Animal Babies by Harry McNaught (Random House, 1977) 1,577,302, 211. 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. Call It Courage by Armstrong Sperry (Aladdin, 1971) 1,306,975 (figures not available before 1985), 297. 58. The second book, Chamber of Secrets, has shifted a fair few more (75 million and counting), but the first book is way ahead (see below). man and child in the UK taking a copy of each. Catch Me, Catch Me! 1. Find Waldo Now by Martin Handford (Little, Brown, 1989) 2,730,622, 46. Changes for Samantha by Valerie Tripp, illus. Some publishers were unable to supply accurate cumulative numbers, often because the originating publisher was acquired by another. Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls (Dell, 1973) 6,754,308, 6. The Very Quiet Cricket by Eric Carle (Philomel, 1990) 1,403,629, 90. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling (Scholastic/Levine, 1999) 6,631,807, 8. Stine (Scholastic, 1995) 1,397,515, 261. by Stephen Gammell (HarperCollins, 1986) 1,818,748, 158. Taylor Jenkins Reid Mohsin Hamid Cormac McCarthy Celeste Ng In Their Own Words Qian Julie Wang Patrick Radden Keefe Phoebe Robinson Emma Brodie Ta-Nehisi Coates Laura Hankin View All> Recommendations> Book Lists The Best Books to Get Your Finances in Order Must-Read Books by Indigenous Authors 21 Books to Help You Learn Something New by Dayl Taylor (Pleasant Co., 1993) 1,437,873, 247. The Werewolf of Fever Swamp (GB #14) by R.L. by Diane Goode (Random House, 1986) 1,520,603, 229. Stine (Scholastic, 1995) 1,067,419, 361. Ratburger, 5.99, Amazon BUY NOW Giraffes Can't Dance by Giles Andreae Perfect for children of all ages, this beautifully-illustrated picture book tells the story of Gerald the giraffe, who. Just Me in the Tub by Mercer Mayer (Golden, 1994) 1,570,575, 212. Charlotte's Web, by EB White (1952) . Your guide to our favourite children's books from the past year: download as a PDF or find online booklists split by age group. It's Not What You Expect by Norma Klein (Avon, 1976 OP) 2,500,000, 87. Clockwise from bottom left: Mouse's Wood by Alice Melvin; The Little Match Girl Strikes Back by Emma Carroll and Lauren Child; The Boy Who Dreamed Dragons by Caryl Lewis and Carmen Saldaa; The. Stephenie Meyer, Midnight Sun (1,311,147 copies sold) 3. Claudia and the Phantom Phone Calls (BSC #2) by Ann M. Martin (Scholastic, 1986) 2,199,402, 108. Grover and the Everything in the Whole Wide World Museum (Random House, 1974 OP) 1,918,629, 145. One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish by Dr. Seuss (Random House, 1960) 6,164,454, 14. The Berenstain Bears and the Week at Grandma's by Stan and Jan Berenstain (Random House, 1986) 1,975,418, 137. Books for 8-12 Year Olds Surprise Island by Gertrude Warner (Albert Whitman, 1989) 1,034,435, 371. Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes by Eleanor Coerr (Dell, 1979 and Puffin, 1999) 1,349,146, 284. Go to the next page and thumb through the 20 best-selling children's books of all time incorporating the sales figures for, shall we say his name? Stine (Scholastic, 1995) 1,547,996, 220. Stine (Scholastic, 1992) 1,828,417, 156. Tootle is a baby locomotive who wants to become the Flyer on the New York to Chicago route. Blue's Clues: Blue Skidoos to the Farm by Angela Santomero, illus. Clifford the Big Red Dog by Norman Bridwell (Scholastic, 1985) 1,864,354, 151. Sabine Deviche. Lewis (Macmillan, 1970 and HarperCollins, 1994) 1,136,640 (figures not available before 1994), 341. by Garth Williams (HarperCollins, 1952) 1,537,560, 79. Walt Disney's Storyland by Walt Disney (Golden, 1962) 2,400,904 (figures since 1996 not available), 50. (GB #44) by R. L. Stine (Scholastic, 1996) 1,663,438, 189. The Alphabet Book by P.D. by Felicia Bond (HarperCollins/Geringer, 1991) 1,132,605, 116. The Secret of the Indian by Lynne Reid Banks (Avon, 1990) 2,059,126, 129. There he meets fellow campers Dylan, Cha Judy Blume was first inspired to write "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing" after reading a newspaper article about a toddler who swallowed a tiny pet turtle. The Berenstain Bears and the Trouble with Friends by Stan and Jan Berenstain (Random House, 1987) 1,981,959, 136. Scuffy the Tugboat by Gertrude Crampton (Golden, 1955) 7,366,073, 9. The 100 best-ever children's books, as chosen by our readers From the fantastical gobblefunk of Roald Dahl to Malorie Blackman's game-changing dystopias, we asked you to share the stories that inspired your love of reading as a child. Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel by Virginia Lee Burton (Houghton Mifflin, 1977) 1,047,419, 367. by Garth Williams (HarperCollins, 1971) 3,153,477, 55. I Am a Bunny by Ole Risom, illus. 500 Words to Grow On by Harry McNaught (Random House, 1973) 2,620,082, 80. "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing" was Blume's first "Fudge" book. by Garth Williams (Dell, 1970) 2,514,355, 85. Macmillan Dictionary for Children edited by Judith Levy (Macmillan, 1975) 3,054,401, 39. Blog - Posted on Monday, Mar 30 125 Best Children's Books of All Time Whether it's read out loud by a parent, covertly read under the covers with a flashlight after bedtime, or assigned as class reading children's books have the ability to capture imaginations, perhaps more than any other genre.. From Max's wild rumpus to Winnie's reflections on true friendship; from Captain Nemo . 7 best seafood centrepieces for Easter 2023. Listen to thousands of best sellers and new releases on your iPhone, iPad, or Android. Say Cheese and Die& Again! Double Love (Sweet Valley High #1) by Francine Pascal (Bantam, 1984) 1,674,452, 185. by Don Wood (Harcourt, 1984) 937,672, 148. Samantha Saves the Day by Valerie Tripp, illus. Obviously, he never meant Scuffy the Tugboat. Love You Forever by Robert Munsch (Firefly 1986) 1,049,000, 129. Baby Bop's Counting Book (Lyrick, 1993 OP) 1,128,202, 117. Scuffy was "meant for bigger things" and sailing in a bathtub was not one of them. Tawny Scrawny Lion by Kathryn Jackson (Golden, 1952) 1,126,000, 118. Trouble for Thomas by Rev. Disney's The Lion King adapted by Margo Hover (Golden, 1994) 1,839,000 (figures since 1996 not available), 153. Happy Birthday, Kirsten! Rowling's success blew holes in the all-time children's best-seller list. Top Offers. The Day the Crayons Quit. The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster, illus. White, illus. Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss (Random House, 1960) 8,143,088, 5. One of Australia's, and now the world's, best-known and loved children's authors, Morris Gleitzman tackles tough subjects in a funny and offbeat way. Ernie and Bert Can--Can You? Disney's Beauty and the Beast adapted by Ronald Kidd (Golden, 1991) 1,479,350 (figures since 1996 not available), 83. Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli (HarperCollins, 1992 and Little, Brown, 1999) 1,607,738, 320. The critics named 151. by Roy McKie (Random House, 1961) 1,022,806, 131. Wee Sing Play (Price Stern Sloan, 1987) 1,656,447, 192. 1 Little Blue Truck's Valentine: A Valentine's Day Book For Kids (12/08/2020) by Alice Schertle, Jill McElmurry (Illustrator) 2 Love from The Very Hungry Caterpillar (12/15/2015) by Eric Carle 3 How to Catch a Loveosaurus (How to Catch. (Nov. 28, 2011). Happy Birthday, Samantha! Puppies Are Like That by Jan Pfloog (Random House, 1975) 1,659,544, 191. by Dan Andreasen (Pleasant Co., 1986) 1,517,388, 231. The Berenstain Bears' Trouble at School by Stan and Jan Berenstain (Random House, 1987) 1,541,772, 223. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J.K. Rowling (Scholastic/Levine, 2000) 7,913,765, 6. http://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/print/20011217/31866-all-time-bestselling-children-s-books-.html, Random House. Best Sellers in Children's Books #1 My Little Golden Book About Dolly Parton Deborah Hopkinson 4,474 Hardcover 38 offers from $0.98 #2 How to Catch a Leprechaun Adam Wallace 8,898 Hardcover 74 offers from $3.50 #3 The Very Hungry Caterpillar Eric Carle 57,288 Board book 223 offers from $1.15 #4 The Berenstain Bears Learn About Strangers by Stan and Jan Berenstain (Random House, 1985) 2,865,441, 68. Stuart Little by E.B. We asked publishers to supply us with figures for hardcover books that have sold more than 750,000 copies and paperback books with sales over one million copies. Big Bird's Color Game (Golden, 1980) 1,354,626 (figures since 1996 not available), 95. Mr. Brown Can Moo, Can You? Meet Kirsten by Janet Shaw, illus. The Tale of Jemina Puddle-Duck by Beatrix Potter (Frederick Warne, 1908) 3,839,474, 30. (Nov. 29, 2011). by Sarah Boore (Klutz, 1993) 2,609,201, 47. (GB #21) by R.L. To honor the best books for young adults and children, TIME compiled this survey in consultation with respected peers such as U.S. Children's Poet Laureate Kenn Nesbitt,. .co.uk. Stay Out of the Basement (GB #2) by R.L. Barney's Hats (Lyrick, 1993)2,278,177, 101. (GB #6) by R.L. The Berenstain Bears and Moving Day by Stan and Jan Berenstain (Random House, 1981) 1,877,591, 149. Happy Easter, Little Critter by Mercer Mayer (Golden, 1988) 1,409,788, 258. Love You Forever by Robert Munsch, illus. Wee Sing Christmas Book (Price Stern Sloan, 1989) 1,634,985, 196. The Berenstain Bears and Mama's New Job by Stan and Jan Berenstain (Random House, 1984) 1,402,176, 259. Just Me and My Dad by Mercer Mayer (Golden, 1977) 4,720,426, 18. The Abominable Snowman of Pasadena (GB #38) by R.L. It's Not Easy Being a Bunny by Marilyn Sadler, illus. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K.Rowling (Scholastic/Levine, 2000) 4,530,183, 20. Copyright 2019 BookTrust, No. White have delighted parents and kids with their timeless tomes. Can You? Son of Mad Libs by Roger Price and Leonard Stern (Price Stern Sloan, 1959) 1,277,865, 310. by Ernest Shepard (Dutton, 1924) 1,856,687, 68. Best of Young Adult Fiction. The Night Before Christmas by Clement C. Moore, illus. What marketing or methods or tactics did you use to sell your English language books in a foreign country? The Jolly Christmas Postman by Janet and Allan Ahlberg (Little, Brown, 1991) 908,510, 153. I Am the Cheese by Robert Cormier (Dell, 1978) 1,366,633, 276.