Another month, another speedlink. Actually, let’s do something a little different this time around. Rather than highlight some blog posts I’ve been reading, here is a selection of children’s books our six-year-old has been reading lately.

Her reading ability has really exploded in the last several months; some of these children’s books are as high as a 4th grade reading level. While she struggles here and there, she can read most of these books on her own… and she does! Of course, you could always read these books to younger children too. With the holiday season right around the corner, this reading list could speak a few ideas for Christmas gifts too.

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Attack of the 50-Ft. Cupid: Franny K. Stein, Mad Scientist

This book series by Jim Benton features a young girl who also happens to be a mad scientist. In this tale, Franny gets a “Lab” assistant, except Igor the dog is more of a mutt and doesn’t seem to be very helpful. When a giant cupid starts slinging destructive arrows and wreaking havoc around town, how can Franny save the day? (Amazon link)

Babymouse #1: Queen of the World!

Addie has really developed an interest in illustrated “chapter books) and Babymouse by Jennifer L. Holm and Matthew Holm is her latest exploration in this format. This story takes place in the context of going to school and trying to be friends with the coolest girl in class, but we get fantastical diversions that re-interpret Babymouse’s experiences as grand epics. (Amazon link)

Pokemon: Super Deluxe Essential Handbook

Another big interest of our daughter that has grown steadily is Pokemon. Between Pokemon GO on the phone and Let’s Go Eevee on the Nintendo Switch, she’s increasingly knowledgeable and aspires to be a “real” Pokemon trainer and master. We got her a guidebook with info on the original 150 Pokemon last year and she refers to it regularly. This “super deluxe” handbook goes further with over 800 characters across all the major regions, from Alola to Johto and more. (Amazon link)

Bad Kitty Meets the Baby

At first, it seemed like Addie wanted more graphic novel type content, as she loves the Cat Ninja series on Epic. This expanded to the illustrated chapter book format, starting with the Bad Kitty series by Nick Bruel. Along with other tales involving birthdays, unwelcome canines and even elections, there’s this one about a new (human) baby. I have no idea why she was so drawn to this one… (Amazon link)

Red Cat, Blue Cat

I know. More children’s books about cats. I told you she likes cats. This Jenni Desmond book also has to do with personal identity and making friends. Red Cat wants to be like Blue Cat, and vice versa, and they go to great lengths to change who they are. As you can imagine, there’s a life lesson to learn here about being comfortable in your own fur. (Amazon link)

The Cool Bean

If your little ones enjoy other children’s books by Jory John, like The Bad Seed and The Good Egg, then The Cool Bean should be a big hit too. Similar to Babymouse: Queen of the World (but in a totally different format and style), The Cool Bean has our title character struggling to “fit in” at school. He’s eager to make friends with the “cool” beans, but at what cost? (Amazon link)

Kiki’s Delivery Service Picture Book

You can find a whole series of picture books based on the Studio Ghibli movies by the legendary Hayao Miyazaki. We’ve also read the Totoro and Ponyo picture books. These children’s books feature stills from the respective movies, adapted to a storybook format. Kiki is a 13-year-old witch embarking on her own for a year, starting her own business, and overcoming all the challenges that entails. (Amazon link)

What children’s books have your kids been reading lately?