Best Books for Babies

Updated November 1, 2023
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Global babies
Paper Book
Meet babies from around the world in this best-selling celebration of global heritage! First in the photo-illustrated Global Babies board book series. From Guatemala to Bhutan, vibrant color photographs embrace our global diversity and give glimpses into the daily life,...
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...
B is for baby
Atinuke
Paper Book
Atinuke and Angela Brooksbank, creators of the award-winning Baby Goes to Market, pair up again for a bright and beautiful first book of words. B is for Baby. B is for Brother. B is for going to see Baba! One morning after breakfast, Baby...
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...
The very hungry caterpillar
Carle, Eric.
Paper Book
THE all-time classic picture book, from generation to generation, sold somewhere in the world every 30 seconds! Have you shared it with a child or grandchild in your life? Carle's classic tale of a voracious caterpillar who eats his way through the days of the week and...
Tip tip dig dig
Garcia, Emma
Paper Book
A parade of colorful construction vehicles doing their work means plenty of joyful noise! From the crane that lifts, lifts, lifts to the bulldozer that push, push-pushes, to the steamroller that rolls, rolls, rolls, every machine here makes it own special sound. And the surprise ending,...
Black white
Hoban, Tana
Paper Book
Share this book with the baby in your life. It's never too early to read together! From the eminent photographer and acclaimed book creator Tana Hoban, this bestselling large format board book features thirty-four bold black-and-white high-contrast images to engage babies and very young...
Peekaboo morning
Isadora, Rachel.
Paper Book
Join a sweet toddler for some morning fun perfect for sharing with babies, in this playful book by Caldecott Honor winning author Rachel Isadora, author of I Just Want to Say Good Night and I Hear a Pickle. A toddler plays a game of peekaboo, and you're invited...
Where is baby's belly button? : a lift-the-flap book
Katz, Karen.
Paper Book
Los adorables bebés de Karen Katz juegan a las hurtadillas en este delicioso libro interactivo. El formato fuerte y las tapitas para levantar son perfectos para que los padres y los hijos los compartan.
Leo can swim
McQuinn, Anna
Paper Book
Leo, Lola's little brother from Leo Loves Baby Time, is back in a new adventure at the pool.   Leo loves the water! Leo and Daddy go to swim class where they kick, bounce, splash around, and dive like little fish. Joining other babies and their caretakers in the pool is a...
Say hello like this!
Murphy, Mary
Paper Book
The creator of a Kiss Like This offers an exuberant concept book about the irresistible sounds that animals make. The perfect baby gift! Different kinds of animals say hello in their own way. And who better than Mary Murphy to introduce their voices to the...
A book of sleep
Na, Il Sung.
Paper Book
When the sky grows dark and the moon glows bright, everyone goes to sleep . . . except for the watchful owl! With a spare, soothing text and beautifully rich and textured illustrations of a starry night, this is the perfect “book of sleep.” Join the...
Touch your nose!
Pixton, Amy.
Paper Book
Wiggle your toes, kick your feet, and touch your nose in this sweet book that is indestructible. Teach little readers about their bodies in this high-color high-contrast book with black and white patterns and bold colors that help baby focus in their early stages....
Hello, animals
Prasadam, Smriti.
Paper Book
A charming introduction to ten of baby's best-loved animals, featuring high contrast black-and-white illustrations. A glittering burst of colored foil brings a vivid splash of color to every page. With first words to join in with, this stunning book will captivate sparkly little babies everywhere...

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