The Best Kids' Books of the Decade (2010–2019)

Last updated: July 17, 2025

The years between 2010 and 2019 were overflowing with incredible stories for kids, so it was a near impossible challenge to narrow down a decade's worth of great books to our 10 favorites. The books on this list -- arranged by age rating from toddler to teen -- are true instant classics that today's kids may read to their own kids down the line. For more of our top media picks from the past 10 years, check out the Best Kids' Movies of the Decade and the Best Kids' Video Games of the Decade.

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