Kids are going to read things that they find interesting. And if your child or grandchild enjoys the outdoors in general or fly fishing in particular, the two books I’m sharing today are surely going to go over well.

First, one of the most popular illustrated fly fishing books out there: Down by the River by Andrew Weiner, illustrated by April Chu. Since it came out in 2018 it has been consistently held up as one of the best fly fishing storybooks for children.

Second is The Orvis Kids’ Guide to Beginning Fly Fishing by Tyler Befus. Filled with all the essential information one need to get after fish with a fly rod, this book is written with accessible language that even older elementary-aged kids can quickly digest.

Both are worth having on your fly fishing or children’s bookshelf.

Watch what else I have to say about the books and find out where you can pick up your own copies below:

Both books should be at larger booksellers or at fly shops with decent book sections.  But here are links for Down by the River and The Orvis Kids’ Guide.

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