There's something pretty special about rereading your favorite kids' books when you're older. You see the characters, the messages, and the life lessons in a whole new way. That's why we love the idea of children's book-inspired iPhone cases for grown-ups. Ahead, we have 12 picks that are sure to induce some literary nostalgia in the best way possible. Warning: it will be hard to pick a favorite, so don't be surprised when you want them all.
Get lost in the wonderful world of author Maurice Sendak with an illustrative Where the Wild Things Are iPhone case [1] ($35).
The children's rhyme had us wanting to protect eggs everywhere, and now this Humpty Dumpty iPhone 5 case [2] ($20, originally $25) can protect your phone from harm.
Carry some of Dr. Seuss's genius with you no matter where you are with the Oh, the Places You'll Go! iPhone case [3] ($35).
The Little Prince iPhone 5 case [4] ($36) is a sweet, modern portrayal of the friendship between prince and fox.
It doesn't get more classic than a fantastical Alice in Wonderland iPhone 5 cover [5] ($43).
Give a nod to the most dapper elephant the world has seen with a Babar iPhone 5 case [6] ($46).
The Giving Tree will go down as one of the best picture books for kids ever published, and you can carry a piece of Shel Silverstein's famous work with you thanks to this iPhone 5 case [7] ($36).
Inspired by James and the Giant Peach, this Fly With Me iPhone 5 cover [8] ($37) is just as whimsical as the novel itself.
Whether your allegiance was to the Greasers or the Socs, The Outsiders iPhone 4S case [9] ($25) will take you back to your middle school days when you couldn't put down the classic young-adult novel.
Honor your favorite amateur detective with a throwback Nancy Drew iPhone case [10] ($32).
This Charlotte's Web iPhone 4 case [11] ($17, originally $25) is a fun reminder of the meaningful messages Charlotte spun to save Wilbur.
We love the vintage look of this Wizard of Oz iPhone 4S case [12] ($46) that's both unique and functional.