Happy Children’s Day 2025: 7 Classic Books That Shaped Young Minds For Decades

Happy Children’s Day 2025: Children’s Day is celebrated every year on November 14 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. Also known as Bal Diwas, the day reminds the value of childhood, which includes imagination, innocence and the curiosity that drives young minds to explore the world. Children’s Day emphasises equal opportunities received by children in education, health and happiness. While Children’s Day is almost around the corner, some books have left an indelible mark on children’s minds over the years, shaping their creativity, moral values and the love of reading. As it is time to celebrate Children’s Day 2025, it is the perfect time to revisit the classic children’s books that have shaped minds over generations.

Whether it is The Jungle Book or The Blue Umbrella, children's literature has built the foundation of life-long learning and development. These classics have taught empathy, courage and imagination in simple yet powerful ways. These reading recommendations for kids contribute to shaping their beliefs and hopes. Here are the seven classic books for young readers that have shaped generations over decades.

Best Classic Books For Young Readers On Children’s Day 2025

The Jungle Book

The Jungle Book, written by Rudyard Kipling, is a thrilling adventure that is set in the forests of India and narrates the story of Mowgli, a boy raised by wolves. The book remains a classic for its engaging storyline and rich themes, offering children a glimpse into India’s diverse wildlife.

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Pippi Longstocking

Written by Astrid Lindgren, this book is about an independent and fearless girl, Pippi, who has extraordinary strength and a knack for adventure. Living along with her pet monkey, she turns her everyday life into one big, fun-filled escapade.

Swami And Friends

Swami and Friends is a collection of charming stories based on the fictional town of Malgudi. Through the set of stories, R.K. Narayan captures the innocence and mischief of childhood. The book explores themes like friendship, school life and family.

Swami And Friends By R.K. Narayan (Image Credits: Instagram)

Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone

J.K. Rowling, in her book, introduces readers to the magical world of Hogwarts. In this book, the young Harry Potter discovers his identity as a wizard. The book combines friendship, bravery and the triumph of good over evil.

Little Women

This classic by Louisa May Alcott follows the lives of the four March sisters, namely Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy, as they navigate the challenges of growing up. Each sister’s personality and dreams make the book relatable to the young readers.

The Blue Umbrella

Ruskin Bond’s The Blue Umbrella is a heartwarming story of a young girl who acquires a beautiful blue umbrella that becomes the envy of everyone in her village. Ruskin Bond illustrates themes of kindness, jealousy and forgiveness.

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The Adventures Of Tom Swayer

This is a must-read classic for children by Mark Twain. It narrates the story of Tom Swayer as he navigates childhood in a small town along the Mississippi River. The book is filled with unforgettable adventure and captures the free spirit of youth.

As the nation is ready to celebrate Children’s Day 2025, the classic children’s books serve as a reminder that they are messages of integrity, bravery and compassion that hold across boundaries of time. They shape children's imagination and emotional understanding to perceive the goodness in the complex world.