Children's books are books that can fill a preschool child's mind with wonder, preteens continue to explore their curiosity, and teens obtain a deeper understanding than 4 to 6 hours of television per day. Kids need a chance to explore their world through the boundless imagination of old and new books: Let Children be Children.

Children's books have been made into a number of movies: Harry Potter, The Brother's Grimm, Lemony Snicket and many more. By reading books, kids do not have to limit their imagination to the silver screen and through books, children of all ages can have a far more personal experience with a simple printed page.

My Children's Bookstore tries to remind us all of the beauty of reading books for children of all ages. Though some suggested reading* is presented for children's books, a book can be as personal as a child. A curious preteen, teen or even a child in preschool needs to explore their own world to find those books which comfort, teach, restore and captivate the imagination.

It is fascinating how many children's books, both new and used books, now cost less than a child's ticket to a movie. The time has come to re-explore the energy and depth of children's books. I hope you enjoy your children's bookstore.

* This reading list is compiled by the American Library Association, with little modification, for you and your young book reader. The U.S. Department of Education recommends that families review this book list and make their own decision on the suitability of their children's books.