The 22 Books From the '90s That You Need to Read With Your Kids

Year published: 1997

Why your child needs to read it: Although the Franklin series began with Franklin in the Dark in 1986, the series picked up steam once a TV show was created and began airing in 1997. Every book in the series is wonderful, but Franklin’s Bad Day stands out as one all kids should read because of the way it helps kids understand their sadness and frustration when it comes to a best friend moving away.

Shop: Franklin’s Bad Day by Paulette Bourgeois and Brenda Clark ($6)