Recommended Books for Children 4-8 Years

Dear Parents,

Below is a recommended list of books for children aged between 4 and 8 years old. This is a wide age range and not all books will be suitable for all children in this age group. Some will be too easy and some too hard for your particular child. We would encourage you to look at the books on the list if you are buying a book for a birthday or Christmas present (or if a generous aunt or uncle asks for a gift suggestion!) Please encourage your child to read as many books as she can. There are, of course, many others available. This is merely a list of suggestions. One note of caution is that some of these authors have also written books for adults so it is important that you check that the book is suitable for your child.

Remember, too, that children of all ages love non-fiction books and there are many titles concerned with sports, hobbies, art, etc. which might be of interest to your particular child. Please do not forget to continue reading to your child in your home language and to encourage those who can read in that language to do so as often as possible. Finally, do not overlook the wonderful facility of Blanchardstown Library which is the largest library in Ireland and right on our doorstep. Books are expensive to buy but joining the library is free and children can borrow up to six titles at any one time. Blanchardstown Library is for adults too! The important thing is to Get everyone reading!!! Happy reading!