A fresh May rotation filled with meaningful celebrations and fun reads for littles 🌼 From honoring moms to celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, exploring culture, and even a little galaxy far, far away—plus a nod to...
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💐 Mother’s Day Reads
✨ May the 4th Be With You
🌏 AAPI Heritage Month
🎉 Cinco de Mayo
🏁 Indy 500 / Race Day Reads
💐 Mother’s Day Reads
Sweet, heartfelt stories that celebrate moms, caregivers, and the many ways love shows up in our littles’ lives 💐 Perfect for cozy read-aloud moments leading up to Mother’s Day.
A beautifully illustrated board book that celebrates tattooed moms and self-expression in a way littles can understand 💐
My Mom Has a Tattoo Board Book
Chew-proof, rip-proof, and perfect for the baby/toddler stage—an easy, low-stress way to include even the littlest readers.
Indestructibles: Mommy and Me
Fun, relatable, and honestly a little too real if you have a toddler 😂
Everything Is Mama
A sweet, simple board book that’s perfect for gifting or bedtime snuggles.
I Love You, Mommy: Padded Board Book
Same cozy vibes with extra cute, cuddly illustrations.
I Love You, Mommy - Padded Board Book
Interactive and engaging—great for keeping toddlers interested.
Mommy & Baby Lift-the-Flap Board Book
Bright, fun, and celebratory—leans more playful than sentimental.
My Mom Is Magical! (A Hello!Lucky Book)
A more sentimental pick that feels like a keepsake.
Why a Son Needs a Mom: Heartwarming Picture Book
A nostalgic classic that still totally works for modern read-alouds.
Are You My Mother?
Playful, imaginative, and a little chaotic in the best way.
How to Catch a Mamasaurus: Mother's Day Adventure
Funny and unconventional—perfect if you want something less traditionally “sweet.”
Mother Bruce, Book 1 (Mother Bruce Series)
✨ May the 4th Be With You
A little galaxy far, far away… 🚀 These playful, adventurous reads are perfect for celebrating Star Wars Day with stories full of courage, friendship, and a touch of the Force.
Buttons + sound = instant toddler favorite.
Star Wars Mandalorian: Grogu's Journey
If your kid loves pressing buttons… this will be on repeat 😂
Star Wars: 10-Button Sound Heroes Book
A simplified intro that still captures the heart of the story.
Star Wars: A New Hope Collector's Board Book
Great for building familiarity with the story early on.
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back Board Book
Completes the trilogy in a super accessible format.
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Collector's Book
A slightly more story-driven option.
Star Wars: A New Hope (Little Golden Book)
Early literacy + Star Wars = a win.
Star Wars: ABC3PO: Alphabet Book
Sneaky learning moment wrapped in fun.
Star Wars: OBI123: A Book of Numbers
A thoughtful one that introduces emotions in an accessible way.
Star Wars: Search Your Feelings
Perfect for winding down at bedtime.
Star Wars Goodnight Darth Vader
🌏 AAPI Heritage Month
A collection of stories that celebrate the richness and diversity of Asian American and Pacific Islander cultures 🌏 These books help build inclusive bookshelves while introducing littles to new perspectives, traditions, and voices.
A beautiful, more meaningful read that introduces history and deeper themes.
Love in the Library
A beautiful, affirming story about identity, heritage, and the love between parent and child—this one feels really special and empowering.
I Am Golden
Such a gorgeous celebration of features, family, and identity—this is one of those books that really sticks with you.
Eyes That Kiss in the Corners: Identity & Family
A fun, food-centered board book that introduces dumplings from different cultures—perfect for curious little foodies.
Little Dumplings (Little Foodies)
A simple, engaging introduction to everyday life in Pakistan—great for expanding little ones’ understanding of the world.
Our World: Pakistan
Another great global perspective book—love how this series introduces culture in a way that feels accessible for toddlers.
Our World: Türkiye
A sweet, confidence-building story about trying something new—touches on perseverance and bravery in a really kid-friendly way.
Let's Go to Taekwondo!: A Story of Bravery
A vibrant introduction to Persian foods through the alphabet—such a fun way to combine early learning with cultural exploration.
The ABCs of Persian Food: A Picture Book
A colorful A–Z journey through Indian cuisine—great for introducing new foods, flavors, and cultural context in a kid-friendly way.
India on a Plate!: Indian Food from A to Z
🎉 Cinco de Mayo
Using this moment to explore bilingual books and introduce Spanish in a fun, low-pressure way 🎉 Perfect for building familiarity with a second language through stories, repetition, and play.
A simple, engaging introduction that pairs well with broader cultural learning.
Celebrate! It's Cinco De Mayo (Bilingual)
Playful and interactive—great for introducing Spanish in a fun way.
Con Pollo: A Bilingual Playtime Adventure
Perfect for your youngest readers while reinforcing Spanish vocabulary.
Indestructibles: Bebé, ¡ve los colores! / Baby, See the Colors!
A staple for building vocabulary in both English and Spanish.
Richard Scarry's 100 First Words / Las primeras 100 palabras
A great bilingual option to naturally introduce Spanish during storytime.
La granja / The Farm: Abre caminos (Spanish)
🏁 Indy 500 / Race Day Reads
Start your engines 🏁 These high-energy reads are perfect for celebrating the excitement of the Indianapolis 500. From fast cars to big dreams, these stories are great for little ones who love all things that go vroom.
A perfect local tie-in—celebrates big dreams and perseverance.
Josef’s Big Dream: Indy 500 Story for Kids
Interactive + vehicles = guaranteed hit.
Peek-a-Flap ZOOM - Toddler Vehicle Board Book
A great sensory option for toddlers who love things that go vroom.
