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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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3–5
6–8
9–12
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Circles
Yusuke Yonezu
For the curious toddler who loves to point and name things, this book uses clever cutouts to turn simple circles into su
Ages 0–3
Professional Crocodile
Giovanna Zoboli
For the child who loves observing the busy world around them, this wordless journey turns a morning commute into a witty
Ages 4–8
The Pesky Bird
Marianne Markarian
For the child feeling the weight of growing up and the pressure to trade their favorite play for 'proper' behavior.
Ages 7–12
It's Holiday Time #2
It's Valentine's Day
Jack Prelutsky
For the child navigating the highs and lows of elementary school romance, from messy handmade cards to the silly jitters
Ages 5–9
Dot and Dash #1
Dot and Dash Find a Friend
Emma Dodd
For the curious toddler learning about spatial concepts and the joy of finding hidden friends through play.
Ages 0–3
Seven Hungry Babies
Candace Fleming
For parents feeling the exhaustion of a busy day, this rhythmic counting story mirrors the chaotic but loving energy of
Ages 2–5
Sergeant Thunderpants Needs New Underpants
Ralph Tootington
For the child who gets a case of the jitters before a big mission. This silly tale helps little ones navigate the embarr
Ages 3–7
Up to My Knees! (Storytelling Math series)
Grace Lin
For the child noticing they are getting taller. This gentle story helps toddlers explore the concept of measurement by c
Ages 0–3
The Gang and Mrs. Higgins
George Shannon
For the child who loves outsmarting the big guys. A clever pioneer woman uses her wits to hide the family gold from a ro
Ages 6–9
Tiny Tab Books
Little Bubba Looks for His Elephant
Nosy Crow
For the toddler who has ever felt the minor panic of a misplaced lovey, this interactive search helps them navigate nurs
Ages 0–3
Whose Shoes are These?
Ron Roy
For the curious child who loves to wonder how things work. This interactive guessing game explores the specialized footw
Ages 4–8
I Scream! Ice Cream!
Amy Krouse Rosenthal
For the curious child who loves playing with language. This clever book of oronyms uses wit and simple drawings to show
Ages 5–9
No, I Want Daddy!
Nadine Brun-Cosme
For the child whose big feelings lead to a 'Daddy only' phase after a tough afternoon with Mom. A gentle look at reconci
Ages 3–6
The Book Hog
Greg Pizzoli
For the child who loves the magic of libraries but feels intimidated by learning to read. A gentle reminder that every r
Ages 3–7
Poems for Little Children
Sam Taplin
A charming first poetry collection that uses gentle rhymes and bright colors to celebrate a toddler's daily world of pla
Ages 2–5
Owen Foote #4
Owen Foote, Super Spy
Stephanie Greene
For the child who wonders if their teachers have a secret life outside of school, this funny adventure explores curiosit
Ages 6–9
Max and Bud
Vroom, Zoom, Bud
Patricia Lakin
For the early reader who gets easily sidetracked by life's little joys, Bud's racing dilemma explores how to stay on tra
Ages 4–6
The Important Book
Margaret Wise Brown
For the child beginning to notice the small details in the world around them. This poetic classic helps little ones defi
Ages 2–6
What To Do About Alice?
Barbara Kerley
For the child who feels too big for their britches or struggles with 'proper' behavior. This lively biography celebrates
Ages 4–9
Jack (Barnett & Pizzoli) #1
Jack Goes West
Mac Barnett
For the child who loves pushing boundaries and getting into mischief, this silly adventure explores what happens when cu
Ages 4–8
Read to Me Toddlers Bible
B&H Editorial Staff
For parents who want to introduce their little one to faith, these bite-sized stories provide a gentle foundation for sp
Ages 1–3
Now That I'm Here
written and illustrated by Aaron Meshon
For the child who loves hearing stories about when they were a baby and how their arrival filled the house with messy, l
Ages 3–7
Plant a Kiss
Amy Krouse Rosenthal
For the child learning how a single gesture of kindness can ripple outward. This lyrical story shows how love grows when
Ages 2–7
Mortimer
Robert Munsch
For the child who turns every bedtime into a loud performance. This classic humorously explores the boundary-testing ene
Ages 3–7
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