4 Kids Books Celebrating Independence

The characters in these books encourage readers to explore the world, test their capabilities and take risks. In short, they celebrate discovering independence within themselves…

Fiona, It's Bedtime by Zondervan. Bedtime can be tough. Help Fiona, a baby hippo in the zoo, say goodnight to all her favorite animal pals as she settles into a goodnight slumber. Recommended for infants.

Regina Is NOT a Little Dinosaur by Andrea Zuill. Regina is ready to roar and explore, but can she hunt all by herself? Readers will love this relatable mama-daughter duo who want to take risks and leave the comfort of home. Recommended for toddlers.

Dinosaur Lady: The Daring Discoveries of Mary Anning, the First Paleontologist by Linda Skeers. This biography explores Mary Anning's beach discoveries of the first dinosaur bones. It's the perfect book for explorers, scientists and future pioneers. Recommended for elementary school readers.

Amari and the Night Brothers by B. B. Alston. Calling all Harry Potter and Percy Jackson fans. Amari is the new brave heroine in an action-packed magical world with present-day themes. Recommended for tweens/teens.