Kids Best of the Best Books

Kids Best of the Best Books

Each year, a team of CPL librarians evaluates the year’s new books and selects the best books for Chicago's kids.

Check out our annual lists below to find your next favorite book, or browse all our past kids Best of the Best selections in our catalog.

2023

2022

2021

2019

2017

2020

2018

2016

2015 and Earlier

Best Picture Books

Books for Younger Readers

Books for Older Readers

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