Books for Babies

Book recommendations for even the youngest of book lovers

Updated September 3, 2024
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Dear Zoo.
Campbell, Rod, 1945-
Paper Book
Rod Campbell's classic lift-the-flap book Dear Zoo has been a firm favorite with toddlers and parents alike ever since it was first published in 1982. Young readers love lifting the flaps to discover the animals the zoo has sent--a monkey, a lion, and even an elephant! But...
Moo, baa, la la la
Boynton, Sandra
Paper Book
This raucous story about animals and the sounds they make, including three pigs who say "LA LA LA!" is a read-aloud favorite. Sandra Boynton's wildly popular, Moo, Baa, La La La!, features her lively and spirited text that introduces readers to animals and the noises they...
I am a baby
Allen, Kathryn Madeline
Paper Book
"I am a baby, this is my crib, this is my high chair, this is my bib." Photos of happy babies and words that encourage make this an irresistible read-aloud for every child and family. From the author of the critically acclaimed A Kiss Means I Love You and Show Me Happy...
Each peach pear plum : an "I spy" story
Ahlberg, Janet
Paper Book
WINNER OF THE CARNEGIE MEDAL FOR ILLUSTRATION * Put your seek-and-find skills to the test in this classic picture book that mimics the game of "I Spy," from the New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of The Jolly Postman. In this book With...
Clip-Clop
Smee, Nicola
Paper Book
Every child adores getting twirled and tossed by Mommy and Daddy. Again! Again, they squeal. That's the rapturous joy Nicola Smee captures, in simple rhythmic text and charming pictures. One after the other, a group of barnyard friends climb aboard Mr. Horse for a ride. Faster,...
The color monster : a story about emotions
Llenas, Anna
Paper Book
Unpack feelings using color with this bestselling character who helps young readers identify emotions and feel more in control.   One day, Color Monster wakes up feeling very confused. His emotions are all over the place; he feels angry, happy, calm, sad...

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