When I need inspiration for new children’s books and middle-grade books one of the first places I check is my favorite Instagram accounts. Instagram offers this amazing opportunity to easily browse a giant list of curated picks from educators, media specialists, and publishers at your fingertips and they are all beautiful! If you love to get lost in the library or bookstore, you have to check out some of these gorgeous and playful children’s book Instagram accounts. I know you are going to find a list of great reads to pick up right away! Here are some of my favorite picks.

9 Playful Children’s Book Instagram Accounts To Love

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@the.book.report

One of the things I like about @the.book.report is her variation in her reviews. This account is run by a mom with five kids, and really gets some of the differences in different reading levels. Check out this page for great reviews plus her savvy sneak peek videos in between the pages which are my favorite part!

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@readingisourthing

I love how creative they get over @readingisoutthing This account features book suggestions for both young children and middle grades, with a heavy sprinkle of fun stories. You’re going to want to pick up every book this account recommends that are always full of beautiful illustrations and gorgeous looking books!

@book.nerd.mommy

This bright and inviting account over @book.nerd.mommy always makes my heart sing a little bit. This account includes lots variety in books for kids, often with a STEM focus. Her toddler is simply adorable, and many times she includes some fun craft ideas that go along with her children’s book selections.

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@randomhousekids

For the insider look at new books and books that are topping the charts, @randomhousekids is a must follow. Expect plenty of ideas of what to read for both children and young adults, but also gives you a quick behind the scenes look too! I love the snippets of what the authors are doing, along with other literary things happening in New York City!

@thestoriesweread

Another great mama run page, @thestories we read is bursting full of great book ideas for younger kids. This account in particular almost always connects the stories to things she is currently experiencing as a parent giving this feed an extra personal touch!

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@happily.ever.elephants

If you are looking for solid heartfelt and playful stories, then @happily.ever.elephants should be another account you follow! This gorgeous page is curated by a library media specialist with quite the eye. She always seems to know the newest books with beautiful illustrations and picks other stories that hit on the lessons I hope to teach my kid too.

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@chickadee.lit

@chickadee.lit was the very first children’s literature focused account that I found on Instagram, and I’ve been in love with her style ever since! The book selections for children focus on stories that inspire creativity, self-confidence and are just really creative stories. I’ve also found more than one great STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) pick on her page, which I love to find for my kiddo. If you are a children’s literature lover, expect plenty of new story inspiration to pick up with a few well-loved favorites sprinkled in!

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@littlebooksbigworld

@littlebooksbigworld is another account that is really getting it right. This account always has a great mix of new books and carefully curated features that keep me coming back for more. There is always something that sparks my interest, whether it’s an in-depth review, a cute kid’s craft, or just a beautiful shot that has me scouring for more info about her selections.

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@penguinkids

Some of the book publishers have been really stepping up their Instagram. @penguinkids is another account that I adore following. Expect plenty of gorgeous book photos and a peek into some of the latest amazing books to hit shelves. This account gets pretty creative and offers book ideas for both younger kids and middle grades.

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Do you have any other favorite children’s book Instagram accounts you love to follow? Which of these accounts sing to your heart? I’d love to hear more in the comments!