1. Possum Magic by Mem Fox
Written by Mem Fox and illustrated by Julie Vivas, this classic Australian picture book tells the story of a baby possum who is afraid of the dark. Hush, possum, don't you cry,
I'll tell you a story by and by.
When you're safe in your snuggly bed,
With your head on your pillow and your toes all spread,
I'll tell you about the time I went
Up in the sky on a magic event.
2. The Magic Faraway Tree by Enid Blyton
This classic children's novel by Enid Blyton follows the adventures of four children who discover a magical tree in the woods.
3. The Paper Bag Princess by Robert Munsch
This popular children's book by Robert Munsch tells the story of a princess who saves the prince from a dragon. Once upon a time, there was a beautiful princess who lived in a castle. She had everything she could ever want, but she was not happy. She wanted to have adventures, just like the knights in the stories she read.
One day, a dragon came to the castle and captured the prince. The princess was determined to save him, so she put on a paper bag dress and set off on a quest.
4. Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak
This classic children's picture book by Maurice Sendak tells the story of a young boy named Max who sails away to the land of the Wild Things.
5. The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
This popular children's book by Eric Carle tells the story of a very hungry caterpillar who eats his way through a variety of foods. On Monday, he ate through one apple. But he was still hungry.
On Tuesday, he ate through two pears. But he was still hungry.
On Wednesday, he ate through three plums. But he was still hungry.
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