As a voracious reader, it's important to me to raise enthusiastic readers, and with so many beautiful books for children available, there's every reason to instill this important habit in your own children. Here are some ideas to get you started.
No children's library is complete without this classic Eric Carle masterpiece.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar|Hardcover
“You get what you get and you don't get upset!” - Classic line from this colorful book about the beautiful color pink!
Pinkalicious|Hardcover
Maurice Sendak can tell a tale like no other. This classic belongs on every nursery bookshelf.
Where the Wild Things Are (Caldecott Medal Winner)|Hardcover
This rhyming classic about Madeline and her classmates is a joy to read aloud and share with children.
Madeline (Caldecott Honor Book)|Hardcover
You know a good children's book when you can use some of the lines to teach a lesson. “Some days are like that, even in Australia.”
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day|Paperback
The fears of a child missing their mommy, and the reassurance of seeing her return is a universal child's experience that plays out in this beautiful book.
Owl Babies|Paperback
My children have adored Angelina Ballerina since they could barely speak. This mouse has been such a favorite, we even got a costume of Angelina that my child wore regularly until it no longer fit. Cute stories, illustrations, and adventures!
Angelina Ballerina Storybook Treasury|Hardcover
A twist on princess tales to expand your child's thinking about what is important.
The Paper Bag Princess (Classic Munsch)|eBook
This beautifully illustrated book teaches color in a poetic way that leaves you in awe of the proliferation of color all around us.
Red Sings from Treetops
This classic rhyming chant that takes you on an adventure from A to Z is a family favorite.
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom|Paperback
This song-turned-children's-book will have you and your child rhyming along with the animals in the meadow.
Over in the Meadow|Paperback
A great children’s book about speaking up and coming together despite their differences.
The Day the Crayons Quit
I love the premise of this book - mistakes can be remedied with some creativity and grace for yourself and others.
