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Books for Becoming a Big Kid
9,038 books
0–3 yrs
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4–7 yrs
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8–11 yrs
294 books
12–18 yrs
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Witch, Witch Come to My Party
Arden Druce
For the child who loves spooky thrills but needs a gentle reminder that things aren't always as scary as they seem.
Ages 2–6
The World of Beatrix Potter #11
The Tale of Tom Kitten
Beatrix Potter
For the child who struggles to stay neat or follow instructions when adventure calls. A gentle look at the messy side of
Ages 2–6
Absolutely One Thing
Lauren Child
For the child who wants everything in the toy aisle. Charlie and Lola navigate the tricky world of choices and counting
Ages 3–7
Read-Aloud Rhymes: For the Very Young
Jack Prelutsky
For the parent looking to spark a love of language in their toddler or preschooler, this charming collection of 200+ poe
Ages 2–6
Captain Freddy #1
Captain Freddy Counts Down to School
Elizabeth Shreeve
For the child who feels overwhelmed by the 'bigness' of school, this story uses a space mission framework to transform n
Ages 3–6
Whiny Whiny Whale a Rhyming Musical Mammal Adventure
Jackie Cano
For the child navigating a sea of big feelings and frequent complaints. This rhyming adventure helps little ones underst
Ages 3–7
Jack (Not Jackie)
Erica Silverman
For siblings navigating changes in identity, this gentle story helps children understand and embrace a brother or sister
Ages 4–8
Bedtime Stories For Kids
Salba Dos
For the child who finds every excuse to stay awake, these calming stories help toddlers transition from playtime to peac
Ages 3–5
Is Your Mama a Llama?
Deborah Guarino
For the curious toddler who finds comfort in repetition and the reassurance that they always belong with their grown-up.
Ages 2–5
Hey! It's me, BlooeyT!
C. Williamson
For the child who thrives when given a choice. This interactive journey empowers little ones to take the lead in solving
Ages 3–7
Belle's Journey
Rob Bierregaard
For the child who marvels at the world's scale, this story follows a young osprey's 4,000-mile migration, turning scient
Ages 7–12
Is Mommy?
Victoria Chang
For the preschooler who sees the silly, messy, and sometimes 'mean' moments of daily life with Mom and loves her all the
Ages 2–5
The Secret of the First One Up
Iris Hiskey Arno
For the child who wonders what the world looks like when everyone else is asleep. Rosie the groundhog discovers the quie
Ages 3–7
Stone Underpants
Rebecca Lisle
For the child who loves to tinker and build, this silly Stone Age tale celebrates the trial and error process of solving
Ages 3–7
Kindness With Many Words
Christina Lee Scafidi
For the child who needs help finding the right words to show love and compassion. This gentle guide teaches kids how to
Ages 4–10
Presto Pizza
Diana Freeman
For the budding chef who wants to know where their favorite food comes from and how to make it themselves.
Ages 5–8
Terra Babies at Home #3
My First Book of Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle
Duopress Labs
For the family looking to nurture a love for the planet, this board book offers toddlers simple ways to help the Earth t
Ages 0–3
The Fossil Girl: Mary Anning's Dinosaur Discovery
Catherine Brighton
For the child who loves to explore and wonders if kids can do big things, this biography of Mary Anning celebrates the p
Ages 5–9
The Last Apprentice #7
Rise of the Huntress
Joseph Delaney
For the young reader learning that even those they look up to can feel vulnerable or lose their way when facing overwhel
Ages 10–14
Sergei Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf
Janet Schulman
For the adventurous child learning to balance independence with safety. This classic tale explores bravery, following ru
Ages 4–9
I Like You
Sandol Stoddard Warburg
For the child wanting to express why their best friend is special, this whimsical classic celebrates the goofy, messy, a
Ages 3–7
Superhero Max
Lawrence David
For the child who uses costumes as a shield while finding their footing at school, this story celebrates the courage it
Ages 4–8
You Give Me the Puns #2
Pie Love You
Steph Stilwell
For parents who want a playful, bite-sized way to express their love through silly food puns and vibrant illustrations.
Ages 0–3
I Am A Bus
Sonia Eliashvili
For the child who loves to watch the wheels go 'round, this cozy story follows a busy city bus through its daily routine
Ages 2–5
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