12 Books for Primary School Students

Looking for the perfect books for your primary school student? Check out our list of 12 recommendations suitable for students, with a range of topics.

Zorita Sormann
Education Analyst

When phones, tablets and computer games capture the attention of young minds, it can be challenging to encourage reading.

However, if your children do spend some time reading, there are numerous benefits. Beyond the enjoyment of a riveting story, and knowledge gleaned from works of non-fiction, reading allows young children to:

1. Increase vocabulary and comprehension

2. Improve concentration and attention span

3. Improve sleep quality

4. Enhance brain activity and function

5. Develop critical thinking

How this list was curated

Good children’s books employ humour and imagery to engage the reader. Some articulate real-life challenges that children can relate to, while others propel readers into exciting mystical worlds.

All the books in this list achieve at least one of the above benefits and leave a lasting impression on young readers—an impression that may remain with them into adulthood, when they may choose to read these same books to their own children.

Early introduction to a mix of books with interesting content and varying literary styles is educational for young readers and stimulates the imagination.

Early introduction to a mix of books with interesting content and varying literary styles is educational for young readers and stimulates the imagination.

8 classic books for young readers

In no particular order, these much-loved classics have stood the test of time:

1. Charlotte’s Web by E.B.White (1952)

2. Winnie the Pooh by A.A.Milne (1926)

3. The Snugglepot and Cuddlepie series by May Gibbs (1918)

4. The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame (1908)

5. The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter (1893)

6. Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie (published as a play in 1904 and converted to a novel in 1911)

7. A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond (1958)

8. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl (1964)

4 recent books that will grip young readers

The following acclaimed books are extremely entertaining for young readers.

1. Dog Man - a comedic graphic novel series by American cartoonist Dav Pilkey

2. The Bad Guys - a hilarious graphic novel series by Australian writer Aaron Blabey

3. Front Desk - a contemporary novel based on the real-life experience of American writer Kelly Yang

4. Child of the Dream – a memoir of the civil rights movement by American author Sharon Robinson

Wrapping Up

Early introduction to a mix of books with interesting content and varying literary styles is educational for young readers and stimulates their imagination At school, children will be called upon to tell stories and write essays. Being well-read provides an educational advantage.

Enthusiastic young readers also develop their own personal tastes in books and have an avenue to foster their interests and cultivate their identity.

Other personal benefits of reading books include increased sensitivity, empathy, awareness, and the ability to access and express emotions, both verbally and in the written word.

When phones, tablets and computer games capture the attention of young minds, it can be challenging to encourage reading.

However, if your children do spend some time reading, there are numerous benefits. Beyond the enjoyment of a riveting story, and knowledge gleaned from works of non-fiction, reading allows young children to:

1. Increase vocabulary and comprehension

2. Improve concentration and attention span

3. Improve sleep quality

4. Enhance brain activity and function

5. Develop critical thinking

How this list was curated

Good children’s books employ humour and imagery to engage the reader. Some articulate real-life challenges that children can relate to, while others propel readers into exciting mystical worlds.

All the books in this list achieve at least one of the above benefits and leave a lasting impression on young readers—an impression that may remain with them into adulthood, when they may choose to read these same books to their own children.

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A copy of Charlotte's Web by E. B. White, a fantastic children's book for students in primary school

8 classic books for young readers

In no particular order, these much-loved classics have stood the test of time:

1. Charlotte’s Web by E.B.White (1952)

2. Winnie the Pooh by A.A.Milne (1926)

3. The Snugglepot and Cuddlepie series by May Gibbs (1918)

4. The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame (1908)

5. The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter (1893)

6. Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie (published as a play in 1904 and converted to a novel in 1911)

7. A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond (1958)

8. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl (1964)

Early introduction to a mix of books with interesting content and varying literary styles is educational for young readers and stimulates the imagination.

Early introduction to a mix of books with interesting content and varying literary styles is educational for young readers and stimulates the imagination.

4 recent books that will grip young readers

The following acclaimed books are extremely entertaining for young readers.

1. Dog Man - a comedic graphic novel series by American cartoonist Dav Pilkey

2. The Bad Guys - a hilarious graphic novel series by Australian writer Aaron Blabey

3. Front Desk - a contemporary novel based on the real-life experience of American writer Kelly Yang

4. Child of the Dream – a memoir of the civil rights movement by American author Sharon Robinson

Wrapping Up

Early introduction to a mix of books with interesting content and varying literary styles is educational for young readers and stimulates their imagination At school, children will be called upon to tell stories and write essays. Being well-read provides an educational advantage.

Enthusiastic young readers also develop their own personal tastes in books and have an avenue to foster their interests and cultivate their identity.

Other personal benefits of reading books include increased sensitivity, empathy, awareness, and the ability to access and express emotions, both verbally and in the written word.

When phones, tablets and computer games capture the attention of young minds, it can be challenging to encourage reading.

However, if your children do spend some time reading, there are numerous benefits. Beyond the enjoyment of a riveting story, and knowledge gleaned from works of non-fiction, reading allows young children to:

1. Increase vocabulary and comprehension

2. Improve concentration and attention span

3. Improve sleep quality

4. Enhance brain activity and function

5. Develop critical thinking

How this list was curated

Good children’s books employ humour and imagery to engage the reader. Some articulate real-life challenges that children can relate to, while others propel readers into exciting mystical worlds.

All the books in this list achieve at least one of the above benefits and leave a lasting impression on young readers—an impression that may remain with them into adulthood, when they may choose to read these same books to their own children.

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Early introduction to a mix of books with interesting content and varying literary styles is educational for young readers and stimulates the imagination.

8 classic books for young readers

In no particular order, these much-loved classics have stood the test of time:

1. Charlotte’s Web by E.B.White (1952)

2. Winnie the Pooh by A.A.Milne (1926)

3. The Snugglepot and Cuddlepie series by May Gibbs (1918)

4. The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame (1908)

5. The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter (1893)

6. Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie (published as a play in 1904 and converted to a novel in 1911)

7. A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond (1958)

8. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl (1964)

4 recent books that will grip young readers

The following acclaimed books are extremely entertaining for young readers.

1. Dog Man - a comedic graphic novel series by American cartoonist Dav Pilkey

2. The Bad Guys - a hilarious graphic novel series by Australian writer Aaron Blabey

3. Front Desk - a contemporary novel based on the real-life experience of American writer Kelly Yang

4. Child of the Dream – a memoir of the civil rights movement by American author Sharon Robinson

Wrapping Up

Early introduction to a mix of books with interesting content and varying literary styles is educational for young readers and stimulates their imagination At school, children will be called upon to tell stories and write essays. Being well-read provides an educational advantage.

Enthusiastic young readers also develop their own personal tastes in books and have an avenue to foster their interests and cultivate their identity.

Other personal benefits of reading books include increased sensitivity, empathy, awareness, and the ability to access and express emotions, both verbally and in the written word.

When phones, tablets and computer games capture the attention of young minds, it can be challenging to encourage reading.

However, if your children do spend some time reading, there are numerous benefits. Beyond the enjoyment of a riveting story, and knowledge gleaned from works of non-fiction, reading allows young children to:

1. Increase vocabulary and comprehension

2. Improve concentration and attention span

3. Improve sleep quality

4. Enhance brain activity and function

5. Develop critical thinking

How this list was curated

Good children’s books employ humour and imagery to engage the reader. Some articulate real-life challenges that children can relate to, while others propel readers into exciting mystical worlds.

All the books in this list achieve at least one of the above benefits and leave a lasting impression on young readers—an impression that may remain with them into adulthood, when they may choose to read these same books to their own children.

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique. Duis cursus, mi quis viverra ornare, eros dolor interdum nulla, ut commodo diam libero vitae erat. Aenean faucibus nibh et justo cursus id rutrum lorem imperdiet. Nunc ut sem vitae risus tristique posuere.

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique. Duis cursus, mi quis viverra ornare, eros dolor interdum nulla, ut commodo diam libero vitae erat. Aenean faucibus nibh et justo cursus id rutrum lorem imperdiet. Nunc ut sem vitae risus tristique posuere.

Early introduction to a mix of books with interesting content and varying literary styles is educational for young readers and stimulates the imagination.

8 classic books for young readers

In no particular order, these much-loved classics have stood the test of time:

1. Charlotte’s Web by E.B.White (1952)

2. Winnie the Pooh by A.A.Milne (1926)

3. The Snugglepot and Cuddlepie series by May Gibbs (1918)

4. The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame (1908)

5. The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter (1893)

6. Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie (published as a play in 1904 and converted to a novel in 1911)

7. A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond (1958)

8. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl (1964)

4 recent books that will grip young readers

The following acclaimed books are extremely entertaining for young readers.

1. Dog Man - a comedic graphic novel series by American cartoonist Dav Pilkey

2. The Bad Guys - a hilarious graphic novel series by Australian writer Aaron Blabey

3. Front Desk - a contemporary novel based on the real-life experience of American writer Kelly Yang

4. Child of the Dream – a memoir of the civil rights movement by American author Sharon Robinson

Wrapping Up

Early introduction to a mix of books with interesting content and varying literary styles is educational for young readers and stimulates their imagination At school, children will be called upon to tell stories and write essays. Being well-read provides an educational advantage.

Enthusiastic young readers also develop their own personal tastes in books and have an avenue to foster their interests and cultivate their identity.

Other personal benefits of reading books include increased sensitivity, empathy, awareness, and the ability to access and express emotions, both verbally and in the written word.

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