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Favorite Books to Read To My Toddler
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By
Monica
These are the books we reach for again and again. whether we’re winding down for bed, giggling before lunch, or learning new things together.
A slow, gentle bedtime staple with dreamy illustrations.
Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown
Fun, interactive, and teaches counting, days of the week, and food
The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
toddlers love predicting what comes next
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
A sweet story about love, adventure, and a little bear looking for his home
Corduroy: Don Freeman - Books
Funny and dramatic
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
An interactive experience that feels like magic without needing a screen
Press Here (Herve Tullet): 8601415887617 - Books
Empowering and educational, showing girls they can be anything
ABC What Can She Be?: Girls Can Be Anything
Great for vocabulary building with real photo visuals toddlers recognize
First 100 Words: A Padded Board Book
A heartwarming intro to inclusion and kindness
All Are Welcome (An All Are Welcome Book)
Bold, funny, and great for early letter recognition
Dr. Seuss's ABC: An Amazing Alphabet Book
Simple illustrations to help introduce baby sign language
Baby Signs: Intro to Speaking with Sign Language
A soft, sweet message about loving baby through all moods and moments.
I Love You Through and Through - Caroline Jayne Church
Covers colors, shapes, opposites, and more in bright, chunky pages
My First Busy Book (The World of Eric Carle)
Beautiful illustrations and gentle counting 1–10 woven into a cozy story
Counting with Barefoot Critters by Teagan White
Toddlers love the interaction and it helps reinforce big/little, up/down
Lift-the-flap Opposites by Melisande Luthringer
Encourages movement, gesture imitation, and animal names
From Head to Toe Board Book
Repetitive, fun to act out, and helps with sequencing and rhythm
We're Going on a Bear Hunt (Classic Board Books)
teaches numbers through catchy repetition and bright illustrations
Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3 (Chicka Chicka Book, A)
delivers a twist ending that always gets a reaction. Minimalist art + dry humor = a favorite for toddlers and adults
I Want My Hat Back - Books
This story gently navigates self-esteem, bullying, and kindness with warmth and heart
Chrysanthemum: Kevin Henkes - Books
Celebrates all the different ways kids can shine. not just with tests or grades, but through kindness, curiosity, and creativity.
All The Ways To Be Smart
His quirky fashion sense disrupts the colony, but he stays true to himself.
Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: Willems, Mo
It’s silly on the surface but taps into toddler-sized emotions and meltdowns in a playful, expressive way
I Am a Tornado: Beckmeyer, Drew ...
A young boy visits his nana in the big city and finds it scary until she shows him how brave, bright, and beautiful the city can be.
Nana in the City: A Caldecott Honor Award Winner
