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Realistic Fiction Books for Children: Inspiring their Imagination

When it comes to children's literature, realistic fiction books play a significant role in capturing young readers' hearts and minds. These stories not only entertain but also help children build empathy, understand different perspectives, and navigate real-life situations. In this article, we will explore some of the most beloved realistic fiction books for children, written by esteemed authors, and provide recommendations for websites where you can find these captivating tales.

1. "Wonder" by R.J. Palacio:
"Wonder" follows the extraordinary journey of Auggie Pullman, a young boy with facial differences, as he enters school for the first time. It beautifully portrays the power of friendship, compassion, and acceptance. This heartwarming tale has won numerous awards and continues to inspire children worldwide.

2. "Because of Winn-Dixie" by Kate DiCamillo:
In this touching story, young Opal and her lovable dog Winn-Dixie find friendship and healing in a small Southern town. Kate DiCamillo's writing effortlessly draws readers into Opal's world, addressing themes of loss, finding love, and understanding oneself.

3. "Bridge to Terabithia" by Katherine Paterson:
A perennial favorite, "Bridge to Terabithia" explores the deep friendship between Jess and Leslie, as they create an imaginary kingdom in the woods. Katherine Paterson beautifully captures the innocence and pain of growing up, while also tackling themes of imagination, tragedy, and resilience.

4. "The One and Only Ivan" by Katherine Applegate:
Based on a true story, "The One and Only Ivan" recounts the journey of a gorilla named Ivan who lives in captivity in a shopping mall. Katherine Applegate's powerful storytelling not only sheds light on animal rights but also explores themes of friendship, freedom, and the importance of empathy.

5. "Esperanza Rising" by Pam Muñoz Ryan:
Set during the Great Depression, "Esperanza Rising" tells the story of a young Mexican girl who flees her privileged life to work in a California labor camp. This moving novel highlights themes of resilience, family, and the pursuit of the American Dream.

To discover these wonderful books and more, websites like Goodreads (www.goodreads.com) and Common Sense Media (www.commonsensemedia.org) offer comprehensive lists and reviews of realistic fiction books for children. These platforms provide helpful insights, reader recommendations, and age-appropriate suggestions that cater to a variety of interests and reading levels.

So, if you're looking to ignite a love for reading in your child or searching for meaningful stories that resonate with them, these realistic fiction books are excellent choices. Remember, reading not only expands children's imaginations but also nurtures their emotional growth and understanding of the world around them. Happy reading!
Zoro in the City of Pirates Fiction
Zoro in the City of Pirates

"I am a chef at sea. My dream is to find the Transparent Fruit, no wait, it's to find the All Blue." After the incident on the island of Sanji, he embarked on a two-year training journey. However, after being sent flying by the tyrant Kuma, Sanji unexpectedly found himself in a modern city through time travel. Here, there are various beauties, no wait, various cuisines that keep Sanji constantly learning. "Luffy... The next time I see you safe and sound, as a chef, I will provide you with the world's greatest support to witness you become the Pirate King!!"

596.09 Million words | 2022-10-12 12:32Update

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Rebirth of the Landlord's Family Fiction
Rebirth of the Landlord's Family

Liu Susu suddenly became a time-traveler, with an elderly widow and mother as her only family. She also had a group of siblings in need of care. And not to mention a group of outrageous relatives causing constant chaos.

128.89 Million words | 2022-10-02 17:29Update

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Roaming with space Fiction
Roaming with space

After waking up, she found herself in a disaster-stricken year and immediately left home the next day. Wenxin believed that she must have done something intolerable in her past life, otherwise, why would she live such a miserable life in this one? Fortunately, she had the benefit of a transmigration gift, a space that accompanied her, or else she would prefer to die and transmigrate again. On the journey of escaping from the famine, she encountered a destitute young man who claimed to be the son of a king, which was quite ridiculous. She even joked that her father was an emperor. What... He really was a prince. Wenxin, who only wanted a leisurely life as a farmer, would rather die than marry into a royal family. "I disagree with marrying you, but I can take you as my bride," he smirk

105.72 Million words | 2023-05-14 21:13Update

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Together Fiction
Together

After breaking the Infinite Tsukuyomi, Sasuke and Naruto find themselves transported to the Warring States period of the ninja world. However, their surnames seem to have changed: Sasuke was originally an Uchiha but is now a Senju, while Naruto, originally a Namikaze, has become a member of the Uzumaki clan. On top of that, they discover that they have become the youngest brothers of Tobirama and Madara. What a bizarre turn of events! #Rumor has it that relationships between Senju and Uchiha are prohibited; I feel disheartened. # #How to overcome family obstacles during the pursuit of love

582.98 Million words | 2022-10-19 19:51Update

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Peach Blossom Village Farmer's Daily Life Fiction
Peach Blossom Village Farmer's Daily Life

After Daguanggun Changle crossed over, he became a remarkable intellectual with an outstanding appearance and an unmarried fiancée. Thinking about this transmigration, it seemed quite beautiful. Unfortunately, he was a step too late. The original body had valiantly acted but was injured and disfigured. In this superficial world, the path of imperial examinations was hopeless. Moreover, his fiancée left him without even looking at his face...Changle ate some dry wild vegetables, looking at his ragged family, wiped his face, and said, "It's time for me to take charge!"

37.22 Million words | 2021-11-20 08:14Update

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Mrs. Lin, the Third Wife of the Lin Family. Fiction
Mrs. Lin, the Third Wife of the Lin Family.

The princess thought that after more than a decade of separation from her daughter, her beloved girl would grow up to be a gentle and virtuous lady. Little did she know, her cute and soft daughter eventually transformed into an inspiring independent woman. It's truly a poignant story! ╮(╯▽╰)╭ The author wants to tell you that the bustling life in the city is lively. Lady Lin claims that she has not had any trouble adapting and adjusting to the new environment. She has been growing up strong and healthy all along, except... she accidentally grew crooked, it wasn't intentional! Announcement: The editor notified us that this work will be published on the V platform on [date]. Thank you all for your support! Ai Cao's relaxing easygoing fiction: "Yao You

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Rebirth: A carefree life. Fiction
Rebirth: A carefree life.

Zhou Yi was reborn, returning to the year he was twelve, and unexpectedly gained eighty percent of Xiao Li's talent. With memories of both past and present lives spanning decades, how will he change the trajectory of his previous life? Open a supermarket, become a retail industry giant; venture into car transportation, create the largest passenger and taxi group in China; or join national security, seeking an exciting and thrilling life? Or perhaps... Moreover, after being reborn, he also possesses the charm to attract women like Li Xunhuan. Mature women and Lolitas alike tie a thread of affection around him. Faced with numerous beautiful women, whether to accept or not becomes a question. If you are interested, join the group for discussion. New

212.46 Million words | 2021-05-12 18:00Update

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The official is a mysterious path. Fiction
The official is a mysterious path.

Xue Fei, who took an unconventional path, became a driver after graduating from university. Despite being highly valued by his boss, he had an affair with the boss's fiancée. Fearing the influence of the boss and his fiancée's influential families, he resigned and returned to his hometown, determined to become a government official by passing the civil service examination. However, as he embarked on his career, he offended the son of the Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Ye Liangchen, and the Deputy Secretary of the District Party Committee, Shen Xiongcai, facing strong suppression. Amidst repeated political struggles, deceit, and endless difficulties, Xue Fei never faltered. With his

386.76 Million words | 2020-11-06 00:32Update

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The conquest of the world by acting skills. Fiction
The conquest of the world by acting skills.

Reporter interview: "What do you think of Song Yan?" Director [firmly]: "A great actor, exceptional acting skills!" Fan [passionately]: "Can rely on her looks, but insists on relying on her acting skills, a true actress!" Ordinary person [without hesitation]: "A good person, kind-hearted, even helped me find my dog the day before yesterday!" Chu Youyuan [thoughtfully]: "Well... she might be a bit... eccentric..." Reporter: "Are there no flaws at all?" Everyone [in unison]: "Sometimes she interferes too much with other people's business!!!"

82.93 Million words | 2023-03-03 19:16Update

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Three Ghosts and Deities School of Mount Mao Fiction
Three Ghosts and Deities School of Mount Mao

When my great grandfather passed away, he instructed not to use a coffin, forbade wearing clothes. On the day of the burial, the wind and thunder rolled, and the dark night was as bright as day. Years later, I found my grandfather's notebook in a cabinet, and the things recorded on it deeply attracted me. From then on, I was led into a bizarre world, wandering between the realms of yin and yang, defeating ghost kings, battling witch monsters, and marrying drought demons... Perhaps, this is the destiny of the Yuan family, unchangeable...

445.14 Million words | 2022-03-26 03:56Update

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Starting from a variety show and exploding worldwide. Fiction
Starting from a variety show and exploding worldwide.

Chen Pingan accidentally traveled to a parallel world and became a destitute singer. Fortunately, he obtained the Global Superstar System and quickly gained popularity on the internet by singing a few songs on a dating reality show. Not only does he have a beautiful singing voice, but he is also a renowned writer, playwright, director, award-winning actor, calligrapher, painter... He is among the top ten youngest billionaires on the Forbes Rich List. His songs, novels, and articles are permanently archived in the national museum. At a young age, he was awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Medal by Huaguo. He is a walking cultural symbol and the best cultural ambassador of Huaguo, making it renowned worldwide...

178.92 Million words | 2022-08-09 17:58Update

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Proud Wife of a Medical Expert Fiction
Proud Wife of a Medical Expert

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53.46 Million words | 2020-10-25 04:10Update

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The Secret My Wife Cannot Tell Fiction
The Secret My Wife Cannot Tell

The wife returned home in the middle of the night without wearing underwear, the husband discovered she had lied and was secretly contacting another man. Did she really have an affair? Can the husband's heart remain unshaken by the pursuit of the wife's sister? What secrets do they have that cannot be disclosed?

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Deep Boudoir Fiction
Deep Boudoir

Less than two years into their marriage, amidst treacherous storms and bitter battles, their love withered away like a fading fragrance and a shattered jade. Gazing with discontent, Liu Ruoxi opened her eyes, only to find herself reborn on that fateful morning that altered her destiny...

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Time Traveler Fiction
Time Traveler

Promised, who was busy working day in, day out for a living, unexpectedly obtained a magical ring. This ring had the ability to open the gates to different worlds. After completing the tasks assigned by the ring, Promised received unimaginable rewards. With various magical abilities and awe-inspiring artifacts, Promised finally achieved the wonderful life they had always dreamed of. Travelling through different time and space to complete their tasks and receiving magical rewards, Promised embarked on their journey towards a better life. This is a story of an ordinary person who changes their destiny through their own efforts.

244.21 Million words | 2022-04-02 17:06Update

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The Strongest Starving Ghost in Dragon Ball. Fiction
The Strongest Starving Ghost in Dragon Ball.

Li He woke up and found himself in the world of "Dragon Ball". Although he gained a strange ability, which is "eating", as well as his incredible hands. Tell me, is there anything in this world that can't be solved with a meal? If there is, then two meals. And if that's not enough, let's try three meals... What? Goku? Are you sure you want to compete with me in eating? Alright, I'll give you five minutes first... Vegeta? You want to duel and test me? Wait...wait for me to finish this pile of grilled meat, then you can transform into Super Saiyan 2 and fight me! Haha...I am the hungriest and strongest in this world! PS

198.43 Million words | 2022-05-14 13:17Update

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Start a fire easily. Fiction
Start a fire easily.

A drama written by screenwriter Jia He, was starred by the has-been actor Yi Wenzhe who was at a low point in his career. Jia He treated her childhood idol with great respect and humility, just like a newcomer. Prior to joining the crew, Yi Wenzhe had just ended a relationship and was understandably flustered by the presence of this screenwriter. However, during their two months together, they began to feel a sense of familiarity. Unexpectedly, due to this drama, Yi Wenzhe rose to fame once again, and Jia He's worth increased, allowing her to join the crew of her next project. Due to

42.45 Million words | 2020-07-08 20:04Update

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Quick Transmigration: System Goddess Fiction
Quick Transmigration: System Goddess

In the year , the United Nations organization in China recruited gamers and developed a lifelike virtual reality game. This recruitment naturally attracted a lot of gamers. The game was named "The Capital of China". Play the game and inadvertently bring home a sarcastic and poisonous-tongued man.

309.25 Million words | 2022-11-18 02:06Update

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The Chosen Game Fiction
The Chosen Game

In the summer of that year, six thousand shards of divinity fell from the sky. Those who successfully fused them were known as the Chosen Ones. The shards bestowed upon them supernatural powers and guided them to battle one another in order to seize their opponents' fragments. Among the Chosen Ones, there circulated a consensus: by fusing all the shards, one could ignite the Divine Flame and ascend as a new deity. Xu Changqing was on the verge of reaching the pinnacle of this Chosen One game, only to be betrayed by the woman he loved the most and find himself in a desperate situation. When he woke up from his unconsciousness, he suddenly realized that he had gone back to the past! The present time was... summer of the year.

312.04 Million words | 2021-06-04 03:45Update

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I am a small landlord. Fiction
I am a small landlord.

With space in my hand and beauties by my side, I am the charming landlord of the new era.

537.41 Million words | 2021-05-05 17:01Update

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