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Keep your child reading with these top-rated books
Reading is one of the most important things kids can do to help develop their minds and expand their imaginations — lucky for you, Dover has tons of titles available to keep young minds sharp and entertained. From coloring books, educational titles and activity books for younger children to classic stories for older kids, there’s plenty to be found in our shop for any age. Let your child learn firsthand about the magic of reading with these fantastic selections.
Among all of the timeless tales we sell for young readers, two have truly stood the test of time, remaining as fresh and meaningful today as they were when originally released. The first of these books is The Call of the Wild, a triumphant tale of survival and the greatest of Jack London’s works, which tells the adventures of Buck, half-St. Bernard and half-Scottish sheepdog, who is forced into the brutal life of a sled-dog during the heady days of the Alaska gold rush. The story follows Buck as he grows daily in strength, savagery, and cunning, adapting to his hostile circumstances by responding to the stirring of his primitive ancestral traits. This unabridged edition offers young readers a fine introduction to the excitement of the classic adventure novel.
Our second timeless story is Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, a heartwarming tale of the four young March sisters — Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy — who grow to maturity in their mother’s tender but strong care. As different in their personalities as they are alike in their devotion to each other, the girls vow to support their beloved mother, Marmee, by behaving their best while Father is away, serving as an army chaplain in the Civil War. Although poor in material wealth, the family possesses an abundance of love, friendship, and imaginative gifts that captivate readers time and again.
For younger kids, our outstanding series of “My First” books introduces them to valuable skills and information needed in many of today’s top STEM fields. These science books for beginners make learning fun and entertaining with rich illustrations and easy-to-read captions, with the topics ranging from physics and genetics to the oceans and our amazing planet Earth — there’s something for everyone!
And for older kids, our collection of Dover Thrift Editions contains some of the greatest works of literature the world has ever seen — all at an everyday affordable price. Explore the full collection and keep your child reading through the summer and beyond.
