The Arabic books your kid should have on the shelves

The new generation of kids is growing up to technology and globalization. What does this mean? Basically, all they are exposed to is mainly in English, with the exception of French education at schools.

The Arabic language is still obligatory at all Lebanese schools, but neglected outside its premises. Most parents have had their share of education, meaning they master multiple languages and make sure their kids do the same.

In case you didn’t know, Arabic is the second hardest language to learn, coming after Mandarin (Chinese.) If your kid has the privilege to be born in an Arabic speaking country, why not nourish his language and love for it?

In addition to that, Lebanese – and Arab publishers in general – are working hard on offering the best kids’ books in Arabic, with some of their best graphics and illustrations.

Take a look at some Arabic books your kid should be reading to learn how to share, love their siblings, deal with new experiences, and learn about their body and the universe around them.

Age 3-7

1. Koub min al aasir (Glass of juice)

2. Al neser al karim (The generous eagle)

3. Al kawn (The universe)

4. Tataharrak wa tasir (It moves and walks)

5. Al hawas al khams (The five senses)

6. Ana wal sarsour (The cockroach and I)

7. Nour Al maghrour (Arrogant Nour)

8. Akhi youz3ijni (My brother bothers me)

9. Katrat ma2 (A drop of water)

10. Jesem al insan (The human body)

 

 

Age 6-10

1. Moutawassel wa laken (A beggar but…)

2. Jazirat al dalafin (Dolphins’ island)

3. Ya bayyaa al soumsoumiya (Soumsoumya seller)

4. Tom Sawyer

5. Jaha wa himarouhi fil souk (Jaha and his donkey in the market)

6. Aalam yasa3 al jami3 (The world fits all)

7. Ahla ayyam al madrasa (Best school days)

8. Ana wa jaddi (My grandfather and I)

9. Al hares (The genitor)

10. Hikayat adabya (Literature stories)

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