Childhood books bring me a nostalgic feeling that I will forever cherish. I remember reading them with my mom or dad, playing teacher and reading them to my stuffed animals, and of course learning the very first precious lessons that will be carried with me for the rest of my life. Here are my top five childhood books.
- The Giving Tree
This book was the first of many lessons. It taught me from a young age how to have empathy and how to give back. I remember all the times I reread this book.
- Goodnight Moon
My dad read me this book (like he did with many others) and it genuinely gives me the most amazing feeling thinking back to when he would scratch my back and read me this until I fell asleep.
- Dragons Love Tacos
This is such a core memory for me. Just like the other ones, my dad would read this one to me. However, this one was even more special because it was one of his favorites.
- The Day The Crayons Quit
This book was one of my FAVORITES. Mostly because I loved looking at the pictures and appreciating the art. I always felt bad for the crayons while reading this, it even made me buy new ones to “treat better.”
- Benny and Penny
Well this one is obvious… my name is Penny! But also, my brother’s name is Benny! My mom bought all of these books and I read all of them. They were so fun to read and to imagine my brother and myself in the character’s shoes.