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Books for Becoming a Big Kid
11,618 books
0–3 yrs
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4–7 yrs
3437 books
8–11 yrs
395 books
12–18 yrs
68 books
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The Light In Me
Janice Hutto Washington
For the child who needs a gentle reminder of their worth, this uplifting book uses simple language to help kids discover
Ages 3–8
A Nature Diary #1
My Happy Year by E. Bluebird
Paul Meisel
For children curious about the world outside their window, this diary of a bluebird turns scientific facts into a relata
Ages 4–8
Art
Patrick McDonnell
A blank page is just an invitation for a young boy named Art to create a world of lines, colors, and scribbles in this r
Ages 3–6
Little Monsters
Little Monsters
Jan Pieńkowski
Wiggly, squiggly, and rude monsters leap from these pages in comic glory, ending with a mirror that reveals the silliest
Ages 2–5
Detective Square Bear and the Great Cookie Mystery
Terry White
For the curious child who loves solving puzzles and might need a gentle reminder that even the biggest 'mysteries' often
Ages 3–7
Buster Gutt #1
Buster's Big Surprise
Kaye Umansky
Buster Gutt and his starving pirate crew race toward Allspice Island for a snack, only to find a massive surprise waitin
Ages 5–7
The Day My Feelings Felt Too Big
Pagewell Co
For the child who experiences overwhelming waves of emotion. Help your little one name their big feelings and find calm
Ages 3–7
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
My Blue Bunny, Bubbit
written and illustrated by Maggie Smith
Stitch by stitch, a little girl and her Nonni sew a soft blue bunny to welcome the new baby into the family with a handm
Ages 3–7
Big House, Little Ant
Jenny Tyler
For the curious toddler noticing how big trees are and how small pebbles look: a gentle introduction to the wide world t
Ages 2–5
The Gang and Mrs. Higgins
George Shannon
When outlaws descend on a Kansas trading post, clever Mrs. Higgins uses the gang's own bad habits against them to hide h
Ages 6–9
Don't Tee Tee in Your TuTu
Kathleen McAleer
For the preschooler who loves to play but forgets to listen to their body. A humorous look at staying dry while staying
Ages 2–5
King Arthur
Robin Lister
A sword pulled from a stone begins the legendary tale of Camelot, the Round Table, and the brave knights who served King
Ages 0–3
I Love You, Mouse
John Graham
For the child who loves to wonder 'what if' and feels a deep, quiet connection to the natural world. A gentle exploratio
Ages 2–5
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
Cal's New Sister
Rosanne L. Hartman
For the child preparing to become a big brother or sister, this story helps navigate the complex emotions and shifting r
Ages 3–7
Mouse Went Out to Get a Snack
Lyn Rossiter McFarland
A tiny, hungry mouse tries to pile a massive feast onto one small plate, making for a very wobbly and delicious counting
Ages 2–5
Trial by Wilderness
David Mathieson
After her plane goes down off the coast of British Columbia, a young girl must rely on her own endurance and skills to s
Ages 10–15
Glitter Girls #3
Screen Stars
Caroline Plaisted
The Glitter Girls are heading for the bright lights of a live television auction to raise money for charity with the hel
Ages 7–10
The Mouse Who Wasn't Scared
Petr Horacek
For the little explorer who insists they are big and brave, this story helps toddlers navigate the surprising difference
Ages 2–5
The Pesky Bird
Marianne Markarian
Twelve-year-old Mariam faces a frustrating turning point in her Armenian village when she is suddenly told that climbing
Ages 7–12
Little Children, BIG Feelings
Joan Ruddiman
For the child who experiences overwhelming emotions, this guide uses simple language and relatable scenarios to help tod
Ages 2–5
Sophie's Lovely Locks
written and illustrated by Erica Pelton Villnave
Sophie loves her long, flowing hair but finds the tangles a chore, until she discovers a creative way to turn her locks
Ages 4–8
The Ramadan Journey
Fatima Noor
For the child curious about their family's religious traditions or a classmate's customs, this gentle story introduces t
Ages 4–8
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