Best Children's Theater Books of 2025

The playscript of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a thrilling continuation of the beloved series. Set nineteen years after the events of Deathly Hallows, the story follows Harry Potter as an overworked Ministry of Magic employee and father of three. His youngest son, Albus, struggles with the weight of a family legacy he never wanted. As past and present collide, both father and son learn the uncomfortable truth that darkness can come from unexpected places. The playscript is a captivating read, filled with nonstop suspense and a reminder of the importance of love and friendship in the face of danger. Fans of the series will be delighted to revisit the magical world of Hogwarts once again.

Peter Pan (Illustrated): The 1911 Classic Edition with Original Illustrations is a beautifully designed edition of J. M. Barrie's classic children's novel. The book features 13 high-quality illustrations by F. D. Bedford and a fun quiz about the story and characters of Peter Pan. This timeless tale of imagination, adventure, and friendship follows the adventures of a mischievous young boy named Peter Pan, who refuses to grow up and lives in the magical world of Neverland. The book is perfect for young book lovers and adults alike, and it will become an unmissable part of any collection.

Diary of a Minecraft Zombie Book 2: Bullies and Buddies is a fun and exciting adventure for kids who love Minecraft. The story follows 12-year-old Zombie as he faces off against some of the meanest and scariest mob bullies at school. The book is a great read for kids aged 7+ who enjoy Minecraft and are looking for an entertaining story. It's also a fantastic tool for motivating kids who are reluctant readers. Overall, Diary of a Minecraft Zombie Book 2 is a must-read for any young Minecraft fan who loves a good adventure story.

The ultimate YouTube book for kids, "How To Start A YouTube Channel - The Easy Way" by Emma, is a comprehensive guide on how to start a YouTube channel and create engaging videos. With nearly half a billion views on her animation channel, Emma shares her knowledge and tips on video creation, planning, and equipment. Illustrated by Charlie and Friends, the book offers a fun and easy-to-follow narrative that covers everything from designing your channel to making different types of videos. The book also includes backstage activities and exclusive advice from top YouTube pros. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for kids interested in starting their YouTube channel.

A Kids' Guide to Hamilton the Musical is a must-read for young fans of the smash-hit Broadway musical. This guide retells the exciting stories from the show in a way that is both engaging and accessible for younger readers. With 46 chapters, 22 illustrations, and footnotes providing historical context, this book is an excellent resource for parents and children to read together. The sidebars offer explanations of unfamiliar words, and musical notes describe the different styles of music throughout the show. Overall, this guide will satisfy any young “Hamilton” fan’s desire to learn more about the incredible songs from the show!

This preschool math workbook is designed for toddlers aged 2-4 to enhance their problem-solving skills through fun and engaging activities. The book starts with tracing numbers and progresses to counting, matching, sequencing, addition and subtraction games, and challenging bonus activities. The illustrations are diverse and colorful, featuring animals, plants, flowers, and dragons. The large-sized, hand-drawn cover design by European artists adds to the book's appeal. Overall, this workbook is an excellent resource for parents looking to introduce their young children to math in a fun and interactive way.

Do the Voices is a fun and imaginative children's picture book that encourages parents and children to engage in silly and creative storytelling. The book features a variety of whimsical characters, including pirates, fairies, trucks, birds, and even a visit from The Queen! The reader is encouraged to 'Do the Voices' and try out different character voices, making reading time a fun and interactive experience. The book emphasizes the bond between parent and child through first-person narration and softly colored illustrations. Overall, Do the Voices is a delightful way to simultaneously build family bonds, creativity, and literacy.

The book "How to Write a Story" by Kate Messner and Mark Siegel is a perfect guide for young storytellers who want to learn how to write a story. This book is a follow-up to the 2015 Parent's Choice Winner, "How to Read a Story." The authors break down the writing process into ten steps, starting from choosing an idea to coming to the end of the story. The book is illustrated in a fun and playful way, making it a great read-aloud book for preschool and kindergarten-aged children. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for educators, librarians, and parents who want to help children develop their early writing and reading skills.

My Little Golden Book About Greek Gods and Goddesses is a delightful way to introduce young readers to the fascinating world of Greek mythology. With colorful illustrations and easy-to-understand descriptions of the most popular gods and goddesses such as Zeus, Athena, and Aphrodite, this Little Golden Book is an excellent addition to any child's library. The author, John Sazaklis, who is of Greek heritage, brings his lifelong obsession with Greek myths to life in this book. Elsa Chang's illustrations are equally captivating. Overall, this book is a must-read for any child interested in Greek mythology and a great way to spark their imagination.

Follow Firenze, a feisty firefly, as she discovers the power of her light in this fun and encouraging story of friendship and self-appreciation.  Firenze's friends love her light, but Firenze doesn't think it's so great. How can she when it's nearly impossible to play a good game of hide-and-seek?!! When Firenze's light and a new friend's artwork unexpectedly combine, she must decide whether she will keep her light hidden or find the courage to let it shine. No bullying-Let's model healthy friendshipsFirenze's Light is a beautifully illustrated picture book that sets itself apart by leaving out the bullying and shame found in many traditional children's books. Readers will find encouraging, kind characters inspiring self-appreciation, gratitude, kindness and compassion. It's unfortunate that bullying will still happen in life, however Firenze's Light shows readers new ways to navigate conflict gently and compassionately, embracing rather than rejecting differences. The best book for bedtimeThe rich illustrations in Firenze's Light glow, creating a perfect opportunity for reading together, snuggled up in bed with a flashlight. This book will compliment a collection with titles from authors like Eric Carle (The Very Hungry Caterpillar), Laurie Wright (I Can Handle It - Mindful Mantras) and Brandon Walden (Seeds and Trees). A book about loving who you are....even when it's difficult Embracing your differences doesn't happen overnight. It helps to have encouraging friends, positive language and patience. Author Jessica Collaco was inspired by authors like Rachel Hollis (Girl, Wash Your Face, Girl, Stop Apologizing), Brene Brown (Rising Strong, The Gifts of Imperfection) and Elizabeth Gilbert (City of Girls, Eat, Pray, Love) to create a book that encourages readers to shine from within. While Firenze twirled on the stage, she realized how powerful her light was. It was creating magical art, joy for her friends, and happiness in her heart. Suddenly, Firenze felt very grateful she was a firefly. Ideal for children ages 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8, this is the first in a series of books that reflect gentle parenting and nurture universal values that inspire and empower kids. Firenze's Light is a thoughtful gift for a baptism, baby shower, dance recital and birthday. Perfect for toddlers, preschool, kindergarten, first grade and second grade. Printed in the USA with environmentally-friendly materials."Your light makes you unique," said her Mother. "No one shines just like you."