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Books for Becoming a Big Kid – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Books for Becoming a Big Kid

390 books

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Cover of Pop-up Toddlerobics: Fun Action Rhymes

Toddlerobics #2

Pop-up Toddlerobics: Fun Action Rhymes

For the active toddler with energy to burn, this interactive pop-up book uses catchy rhymes to turn physical movement in

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The Three Sisters #1

The Queen in the Cave

For children standing on the edge of growing up, this atmospheric journey captures the shift from the safety of home to

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Itsy bitsy spider and other action rhymes

Patrice Aggs

For parents seeking to bond through play, these classic nursery rhymes include easy-to-follow diagrams for fingerplays t

Ages 1–4

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My Little Monkey

Sandra Magsamen

A comforting touch and feel board book for the youngest readers that celebrates the unconditional love between a parent

Cover of A Glorious Day

For the child curious about the hustle and bustle outside their window, this story celebrates the magic of morning routi

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Find Spot at Preschool

For the toddler preparing for their first classroom experience, this interactive hide-and-seek story turns preschool rou

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Arlene Blanchard's Easy-to-Read #1

The Naughty Lamb

Arlene Blanchard

For the curious child who is starting to explore their world and the parent who is always there to guide them back home.

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My Book of Thanks

For the child learning to notice the little joys in their day, from the warm sun to a parent's hug. A gentle guide to mi

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Itsy Bitsy Spider

Charles Reasoner

For the curious toddler discovering the world through song and touch, this interactive retelling of a classic rhyme uses

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Clarice Bean #7

Slightly Invisible

For the younger sibling who feels left out of the 'big kids' games and wants to prove their own cleverness through the p

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James Stevenson

For the adventurous child who wonders what the grown-ups miss, this whimsical journey celebrates a baby's first taste of

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They're Up to Something in There: Understanding There, Their, and They're

For the early writer who keeps mixing up their homophones. This clever story provides clear, memorable examples of there

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Animal Adventures on Citizenship

Glenda K. Ashworth

For the elementary student learning how their small actions, like helping a neighbor or keeping the park clean, affect t

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Pebble Plus: Dinosaurs

Carol K. Lindeen

For the budding paleontologist who is just starting to read on their own. This simple guide brings the massive Apatosaur

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Punctuation Power!

Question Marks Say What?

For the child who loves to ask why, how, and when. This playful grammar guide uses curious characters to show how questi

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Punctuation Power!

Exclamation Points Say Wow!

For the child who uses the same tone for every sentence. Discover how a simple punctuation mark can turn a quiet word in

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How You Got So Smart

For the child who feels discouraged by a new challenge, this story celebrates the incredible journey from a tiny baby to

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Wait and Now #2

Antoinette Portis

For the child who struggles to sit still or hurry along, this peaceful book celebrates the magic of slow moments and the

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Girls Can Do Anything!

For the little girl who needs a reminder that her potential is limitless, this vibrant book celebrates every dream from

Cover of King Arthur Sir Thomas Malory's History of King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table

King Arthur Sir Thomas Malory's History of King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table

For the child seeking a code to live by, this classic collection of legends explores the weight of honor, the strength o

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Give Me Back My Bones!

For the curious learner who loves pirates, this rhyming underwater quest makes learning complex anatomy terms feel like

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The Wild Baby #3

The Wild Baby Gets a Puppy

Barbro Lindgren

For the child who longs for a real pet but must learn to find magic in the toys they have. This wild romp celebrates the

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Benny Bakes a Cake

For the child who needs to see that even a ruined birthday surprise can be saved with a little help and love.

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Living Long Ago #1

Food and Eating

Felicity Brooks

For the curious toddler who wants to know why we eat and where their dinner comes from. This gentle guide explains nutri

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