Discover expert-curated children’s books by age to spark imagination and early literacy in the UAE
Welcome to Bookworm Dubai’s children’s booklists by age – your go-to guide for finding the best children’s books for every age and stage.
Whether you’re looking for beautiful picture books for toddlers, fun stories for preschoolers, or early chapter books for budding readers, you’ll find carefully selected recommendations that encourage imagination and support early literacy skills.
Curated by Bookworm Dubai, the UAE’s only dedicated children’s bookshop, these booklists feature titles selected by experts who know what kids love to read.
From timeless classics and laugh-out-loud tales to new releases and stories that spark curiosity, there’s something for every young reader — and every bedtime story.
Why you’ll love these lists:
- Tailored to each age group from 0 to 7 years
- Packed with high-quality, engaging, and diverse stories
- Created by Bookworm Dubai, trusted by parents and teachers across the UAE
- Perfect for home reading, gifts, or school inspiration
Discover the best children’s books by age
Each list below links to a downloadable PDF packed with top recommendations. Browse by age to find stories your children will treasure, because every great reader begins with a great book.
Recommended reading for toddlers (ages 0–3)
Start your little one’s reading journey with beautiful board books and gentle read-alouds for babies and toddlers. From colourful picture books to bedtime favourites, these stories build early language skills and a love of stories from day one.
Preschool recommended reading (ages 3–4)
Encourage curiosity and creativity with stories designed for preschoolers. This list includes fun, interactive tales and simple storylines that help children recognise words, emotions and sounds.
Reception recommended reading (ages 4–5)
Ideal for children preparing for school, these reception reading suggestions feature books that introduce letters, numbers, friendship, and adventure. Each story promotes language development and confidence.
Year 1 recommended reading (ages 5–6)
Step into independent reading with these early chapter books and engaging stories for 5- and 6-year-olds. Great for children starting to read on their own, the list combines exciting tales with supportive text to help young readers stay motivated.
Year 2 recommended reading (ages 6–7)
Ignite a lifelong passion for reading with imaginative adventures for 6- and 7-year-olds. Each title has been carefully selected to challenge emerging readers while ensuring fun on every page.
Explore the booklists above and download your child’s recommended reading list today.
Every page turned is a step toward a lifelong love of stories.
Happy reading!
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