Wonder what the best books for toddlers are? Read below to find out the total of books your child will ever need.
The toddler milestone is a time of many challenges, but it's also a time of great curiosity—and the perfect time to spark a lifelong love of reading in your little tot.
Reading with your toddler not only boosts brain power, but it also creates a special bond between you and your child that you'll always treasure. Toddlers want nothing more than to learn about the world around them, and books are a great way to introduce them to everything from basic concepts to big emotions.
Here are our picks for the top 10 must-haves for every toddler library!
1. Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
The iconic collage art and melodic, repetitive text make this board book an endearing classic.
2. Where the Wild Things Are
One of the most famous children's books of all time, this book is as special now as it was when it was first published over 50 years ago.
3. The Feelings Book
Todd Parr's signature vibrant illustrations help toddlers easily identify—and work through—the many big emotions they feel.
4. The Kissing Hand
Separation anxiety can creep up during the toddler years; this reassuring picture book is perfect for calming your little one's fears.
5. Llama Llama Red Pajama
This rhyming read-aloud will reassure any worried toddler that mamas always come back.
6. First 100 Board Box Set
These chunky board books are perfect for little learners. The clear, bright photo illustrations and basic concepts (word, animals, + numbers) are a great way to build early skills.
7. Guess How Much I Love You?
Your little one will love to hear how much she's loved while reading this sweet, quiet classic.
8. Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes
The first book in the bestselling Pete the Cat series, toddlers will love to take on the day with their favorite blue kitty as he struts his stuff in his brand new white shoes.
9. Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed
A family favorite, your little one will love to laugh along with the five little monkeys as they jump across the pages of this book.
10. The Little Excavator
If You Like The Llama, Llama Series, You’ll Love Little Excavator
Between the bright cast of trucks and fun sounds they make, there is much for any vehicle-loving kid to love here. But the book has a great message too.