Let's be honest. Some audiobooks that kids love to listen to can be the most insipid and annoying stories we adults have ever heard (or forgotten, as it were). Are there audiobooks that can truly be enjoyed by both adults and children?
Yes, of course! We've put in a good 25 years of audiobook listening with our kids so far, and I thought it was time to share our favorites with you.
These are affiliate links below (thanks!) but we often find what we love to listen to from free sites like HooplaDigital and Librivox.
Audiobooks to Enjoy With the Youngest (Ages 3-6)
(This list does not include shorter picture books.)
The Complete Tales of Beatrix Potter
Audiobooks to Enjoy With Tweens and Middle Kids (7-12)
From the Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler
All the Wrong Questions series - Lemony Snicket
The Ralph S. Mouse Audio Collection
The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar
There are plenty of classics and options for older kids that are enjoyed by both both parents and teens. I'm choosing not to create a list here in the interest of time, but am happy to help with specific suggestions.
