What’s Great About Fantasy Books for Children?
Fantasy isn't just an adult genre, in fact, there are tons of great options for kids! In a vastly digital world, kids can easily be lost in screens, finding entertainment in streaming and gaming. While these are fun options, there’s something to be said about entertaining their growing minds with the pages of a good book. A great way to get your kids more into reading is with kid-friendly fantasy series: Help your children develop new skills and use their imagination when exploring new worlds and fantastical scenarios in books.
Children’s fantasy books are an incredible way to teach youngsters about diversity, and adversity, and to allow readers to see themselves in magical stories. You’ll also find that these coming-of-age tales can feature essential lessons in a marvelous way, helping growing kids navigate real-world scenarios.
From books with wizards and witches, stories that feature dragons and other mythical beasts, to books with high fantasy secondary worlds, there’s so much variety to suit every child’s interests. Basically, if there’s something your child is obsessed with at the moment, there’s probably a book about it!
There are so many wonderful young adult (YA) fantasy series to help sharpen your kids’ creativity and imagination. For example, if you’re looking for YA books with female protagonists, look no further than B.B. Alston’s Supernatural Investigations Series, and Kelly Byrd’s Far From Home Series!
In the Supernatural Investigations Series, main character Amari Peters sets off to the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs to find her missing brother and become the hero of the supernatural world. The series features magic, mythical creatures, and even aliens, leaving plenty of wonder in kids' minds.
In the Far From Home Series, we follow Mary Jingo on her adventure to save the Everything. Mary finds herself a brave warrior in an alternate world of new friends, new creatures, and even flying bicycles! Both Amari and Mary are sure to inspire young girls everywhere.
Want even more great fantasy books for kids? Here are some other options:
Percy Jackson and the Olympians, The Wingfeather Saga, Wing and Claw series, The Last Kids on Earth, and Wings of Fire.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is high fantasy in children's literature?
High fantasy for children features stories set in alternate universes, or fantasy worlds, and generally include magical elements and creatures.
What fantasy series are kid-friendly?
Some kid-friendly fantasy series include the Far From Home series, The Wingfeather Saga, and Percy Jackson and the Olympians. All of these offer exciting, fun tales without unnecessary themes or frightening details.
Should children read fantasy?
Yes! Fantasy books help kids develop imagination, offer them a chance to dream up their own creative worlds, and entertain them for hours.
