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Books for Becoming a Big Kid
12,166 books
0–3 yrs
8522 books
4–7 yrs
3594 books
8–11 yrs
415 books
12–18 yrs
70 books
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Grandpa #8
Will You Please Feed Our Cat?
James Stevenson
For children who find their first household chores overwhelming, Grandpa's wild tall tale about a chaotic pet-sitting jo
Ages 4–8
Franklin #18
Franklin and Harriet
Paulette Bourgeois
For the child who loves their baby sibling but struggles with sharing their favorite toys and personal space. A gentle l
Ages 3–7
Willimena Rules! #1
Willimena and the Cookie Money
Valerie Wilson Wesley
For the child who has made a mistake with money or responsibility and feels the weight of keeping a secret. A story abou
Ages 6–9
Mitchell #2
Mitchell Goes Bowling
Hallie Durand
For the high-energy child who can't stop knocking things over. This humorous story shows how a patient dad helps his son
Ages 3–7
Andiamo, Weasel!
Rose Marie Grant
For the child who needs to realize that being small doesn't mean being powerless. A spirited lesson in finding your own
Ages 4–8
Signs #1
Backseat A-B-See
Maria van Lieshout
For the little traveler who loves watching the world go by. This bold book transforms a car ride into an alphabet advent
Ages 2–5
The New Small Person
Lauren Child
For the child struggling to share their space and parents' attention, this story captures the bumpy road from only-child
Ages 3–7
Teeny-Weeny Unicorn, The
Shawn Harris
For the child who feels small and overlooked, this hilarious tale uses a tiny unicorn's accident to show that being 'big
Ages 4–8
Dog Days of School
Kelly DiPucchio
For the child who thinks school is too hard and their pet has the easy life. Charlie learns that being a dog is not all
Ages 4–8
Marilyn Burns Brainy Day Books
Amanda Bean's Amazing Dream
Cindy Neuschwander
For the child who enjoys counting but feels stuck or frustrated by larger numbers, this whimsical story reveals how mult
Ages 6–9
Rory the Dinosaur #2
Rory the Dinosaur Wants a Pet
Liz Climo
For the child who is eager for the responsibility of a pet but might not be quite ready for a real animal.
Ages 3–6
Deep Blue: Swimming in the Big Blue Sea
Dashka Slater
For the child who feels brave with a floatie but scared without one, this lyrical story uses imagination to turn ocean w
Ages 3–7
Here Comes Destructosaurus!
Aaron Reynolds
For the child who experiences giant emotions and the parents who weather them. This humorous look at temper tantrums use
Ages 3–6
A Perfect Father's Day
Eve Bunting
For the child who wants to show love through their own favorite things. This sweet story captures a preschooler's unique
Ages 3–7
Shady Baby
Shady Baby
Gabrielle Union, Dwyane Wade
For the child who needs a boost of confidence to say no or stand up for others, this playful story celebrates the power
Ages 4–8
Charlie & Mouse #3
Charlie & Mouse Even Better
Laurel Snyder
For the child who wants to do something big and special for a loved one but needs to know that the effort and love matte
Ages 5–8
Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum #1
I Am Cleopatra
Brooke Vitale
For the child who struggles to find the right words when they want something special. Xavier learns from young Cleopatra
Ages 5–7
Baby See, Baby Do!
Malachy Doyle
For the curious toddler discovering how their body moves. An interactive look at how little ones share silly behaviors w
Ages 0–3
Dear America: My Name Is America #1
The Journal of Brian Doyle: A Greenhorn on an Alaskan Whaling Ship
Jim Murphy
For the child seeking independence or a fresh start who needs to understand that growth often comes through grit and fac
Ages 9–14
Cookie and Peanut #1
Cookie Meets Peanut
Bethenny Frankel
For the child or pampered pet adjusting to a new arrival, this story gently explores the transition from being the cente
Ages 4–8
Noisy Potty Books
Boys' Noisy Potty Book
DK
For the toddler boy embarking on the big transition to underpants: Doodles the dog offers friendly, step by step guidanc
Ages 1–3
Mindful MIA #2
Tomorrow Is Near But Today Is Here
Asaf Rozanes
For the child who is always looking ahead to the next big thing and needs a gentle reminder to enjoy the wonders of righ
Ages 3–7
First Experiences
Mother's Helper
Helen Oxenbury
For the toddler who wants to be involved in everything you do. This gentle board book celebrates a child's first steps t
Ages 0–3
I Meant to Tell You
James Stevenson
A tender look back at the small, everyday moments that build a lifetime of love. Perfect for parents and children to sha
Ages 4–8
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