Reading to littles is the most special time + so good for their development. Here’s a list of books we love - and hope you will too!
Sections
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Our faves
Bedtime Books
Books with a Good Message
Easter Books
Birthday Books
Halloween
Our faves
This one is adorable! Great lesson about friendship, helping hands & adventure. It also teaches some animal sounds along the way!
Little Blue Truck: Books
This one is SO cute
I Love You to the Moon and Back by Amelia Hepworth (Board Book)
A beautifully illustrated, encouraging story that celebrates limitless potential and self-love
The Wonderful Things You Will Be - by Emily Winfield Martin (Hardcover)
A heartfelt, inspiring book that celebrates individuality and the power of being yourself.
The World Needs Who You Were Made to Be - by Joanna Gaines (Hardcover)
A beautifully illustrated story that helps children understand and express their emotions.
In My Heart (Hardcover) by Jo Witek
This book has my HIGEST recommendation. We buy this for any baby shower, birthday party, etc. All of the kids love this book!
The Pout-Pout Fish - Books
Bedtime Books
A heartwarming, playful story that teaches kids about patience and independence
Llama Llama Red Pajama - by Anna Dewdney (Board Book)
A fun, rhythmic bedtime story that helps kids wind down for sleep
The Going to Bed Book ( Boynton Board Books) (Revised) by Sandra Boynton
A delightful, interactive story that makes saying good night an exciting adventure!
Don't Push the Button! Let's Say Good Night - by Bill Cotter (Board Book)
A charming, rhyming tale that makes bedtime fun with playful dinosaur antics!
How Do Dinosaurs Go to Sleep? - by Jane Yolen (Board Book)
A captivating, imaginative bedtime story that sparks curiosity about jet planes and sleep!
Where Do Jet Planes Sleep at Night by Brianna Caplan Sayres (Board Book)
Inspiring and beautifully illustrated, this book encourages kids to embrace bravery and confidence!
Tomorrow I'll Be Brave - by Jessica Hische (Board Book)
A magical, dreamy story that invites kids into a world of unicorns and nighttime adventures!
Unicorn Night - by Diana Murray (Board Book)
A sweet, cozy bedtime story that follows Ladybug Girl’s gentle routine to sleep.
Ladybug Girl Says Good Night - by Jacky Davis (Board Book)
A heartwarming, uplifting story that teaches kids about endless love and kindness.
Always More Love - by Erin Guendelsberger (Board Book)
Books with a Good Message
A joyful, tender story that explores the power of smiles and positive emotions.
When I Smile - (Growing Hearts) by Jo Witek (Hardcover)
A powerful, empowering book that encourages girls to embrace their uniqueness and strength.
Dear Girl (Hardcover) (Amy Krouse Rosenthal)
A heartfelt, optimistic book that offers wishes of love, joy, and endless possibilities
I Wish You More - by Amy Krouse Rosenthal (Hardcover)
A touching, inspiring story about resilience and finding beauty despite life’s challenges.
Broken Crayons Still Color - by Toni Collier & Whitney Bak (Hardcover)
A thought-provoking, imaginative book that encourages kids to dream big and embrace their future!
Who Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?
A humorous and relatable story about turning sour attitudes into sweet ones!
The Sour Grape - (Food Group) by Jory John (Hardcover)
A beautifully empowering book that celebrates confidence, strength, and embracing who you are.
Big - by Vashti Harrison (Hardcover)
A funny, heartwarming tale about embracing imperfections and the importance of self-acceptance.
Good Egg - By Jory John ( Library )
An inspiring and empowering book that teaches kids the importance of kindness, empathy, and compassion.
Kindness is my Superpower: A Children's Book
Easter Books
A delightful, festive story that captures the excitement and joy of Easter for little ones!
Llama Llama Easter Egg - By Anna Dewdney ( Board Book )
A charming, whimsical Easter story full of fun surprises and delightful illustrations!
Happy Easter, Mouse! (If You Give?) by Laura Joffe Numeroff (Board Book)
A cheerful, vibrant story that celebrates spring with adorable animals and fun rhymes!
Little Blue Truck's Springtime (Board Book) (Jill McElmurry)
A fun, creative story full of excitement and clever traps to catch the Easter Bunny!
How to Catch the Easter Bunny - Target Exclusive Edition by Adam Wallace (Hardcover)
A hilarious and adventurous story about the Good Egg and his friends on an egg-citing escape!
The Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape! - by Jory John (Hardcover)
A sweet, simple, and playful Easter story that’s perfect for little ones to enjoy!
Happy Easter, Little Pookie - by Sandra Boynton (Board Book)
A fun, interactive Easter tale with cute cut-out reveals that keep kids engaged and excited!
The Easter Egg Is Missing! (Board Book with Cut-Out Reveals) - by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
A charming springtime addition to the series, filled with vibrant illustrations and playful construction vehicles!
Construction Site: Spring Delight - (Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site) by Sherri Duskey Rinker (Board Book)
A fun, colorful Easter adventure with the lovable Pout-Pout Fish that kids will adore!
Pout-Pout Fish : Easter Surprise - By Wes Adams ( Paperback )
Birthday Books
A joyful, whimsical celebration of birthdays with classic Dr. Seuss rhymes and fun illustrations!
Happy Birthday To You (Hardcover) By Dr. Seuss
A charming and thoughtful story that adds a fun twist to birthday wishes with valuable lessons!
Ten Rules of the Birthday Wish
A playful, rhyming story that shows how dinosaurs celebrate birthdays with fun and excitement!
How Do Dinosaurs Say Happy Birthday?
A heartwarming and affirming book that celebrates individuality and the joy of being you!
I'm So Glad You Were Born: Celebrating Who You Are
A delightful and exciting bedtime story that builds anticipation for a child's special day!
The Night Before My Birthday
Halloween
Little Blue Truck’s Halloween is a fun, lift-the-flap book perfect for toddlers, with cute costumes and a gentle Halloween adventure. A festive favorite for little readers!
Little Blue Truck's Halloween - by Alice Schertle (Board Book)
The Good, the Bad, and the Spooky is a funny and heartfelt Halloween story about finding the perfect costume—and learning it’s okay to just be yourself. A great pick for kids who love silly, sweet stories with a message.
The Good, the Bad, and the Spooky (The Bad Seed Presents)|Sticker Book