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Books for Becoming a Big Kid
11,618 books
0–3 yrs
8144 books
4–7 yrs
3437 books
8–11 yrs
395 books
12–18 yrs
68 books
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Sam's Great Mission
Geraldine Oades-Sese
For the child who uses play to process big feelings, this story helps bridge the gap between their superhero imagination
Ages 4–8
Gossie & Friends #4
Peedie
Olivier Dunrea
Peedie is a small, bright yellow gosling who knows he had a favorite red cup, but he just cannot remember where he chose
Ages 1–4
A Bilingual Baby Book #1
12 Lucky Animals
Vickie Lee
Friendly animals introduce the traits of the Chinese zodiac, complete with the original characters and pronunciations fo
Ages 0–4
Welcome Home, Bear
written and illustrated by Il Sung Na
Bear travels the entire world to see how his friends live, only to realize his own cozy spot is the best place of all.
Ages 2–5
Chickie #1
Good Night, Chickie
Émile Jadoul
Chickie and his toy bunny need a little extra reassurance that mother is close by as they settle into sleep amid bold, c
Ages 1–3
Can You Cuddle Like a Koala?
John Butler
Leap like a frog and wink like an owl in this playful rhyming story that encourages little ones to mimic their favorite
Ages 0–5
Beginner Books
Have You Seen My Dinosaur?
Jon Surgal
A massive dinosaur is hiding in every room, but only one little boy can see him. Follow the rhyming clues to spot the pe
Ages 3–7
The Mystery of the Spider Doll
Carol Beach York
For the child who loves to play detective and needs a safe way to explore suspenseful situations. Marilyn must find her
Ages 8–12
My Hat Is A Cat
Scarlet Dowd
For the child who loves to play make-believe and isn't ready to let reality get in the way of a good story. A funny look
Ages 3–7
Engage Literacy
Big Balloon
Jay Dale
For the early reader who loves watching things grow and change. This simple story captures the shared excitement of a gr
Ages 4–6
You Are So Loved - Adoption Story
Sherri Lee Prins
For the child who joined their family through adoption and needs to hear that they were deeply wanted, chosen, and are l
Ages 0–6
The Giant Jumperee
Julia Donaldson
A mysterious, menacing creature has taken over Rabbit's burrow! Only a clever use of rhyme and the help of friends can s
Ages 2–6
What in the World?
Nancy Raines Day
Rhyming verses and colorful illustrations celebrate the natural world as birds and animals gather in sets of two, three,
Ages 2–5
Oodles of Animals
written and ill. by Lois Ehlert
Vibrant paper collages and rhythmic short poems bring a colorful menagerie of creatures to life, highlighting the unique
Ages 2–5
The Boy Who Cried Bigfoot!
Scott Magoon
Ben has told so many tall tales about Bigfoot that when the real legendary creature actually wanders into town, nobody b
Ages 4–8
The Littlest Mountain
Barb Rosenstock
Mountains of all sizes compete for a divine honor, but gentle watercolors reveal how the quietest peak is chosen to deli
Ages 4–8
Cat the Cat #4
Time to Sleep Sheep the Sheep!
Mo Willems
Everyone in Cat the Cat's world is ready for bed, except for one stubborn sheep who just won't go to sleep.
Ages 2–5
The Dreadful Fluff
Aaron Blabey
For the child who loves the silly and the strange. This absurdist tale helps kids embrace the bizarre while finding the
Ages 4–8
Yoo-Hoo, Ladybug!
Mem Fox
Hide-and-seek comes to life through simple rhymes and vibrant colors as a tiny ladybug stays just out of sight on every
Ages 2–5
If You Were My Baby
Fran Hodgkins
Lyrical verses and soft imagery show how the way animals care for their young mirrors the deep, protective love between
Ages 2–5
Lion Lion
Miriam Busch
A simple game of hide-and-seek becomes a silly, imaginative interchange between a boy and a lion in this playful adventu
Ages 3–7
Clothesline Clues #1
Clothesline Clues to Jobs People Do
Kathryn Heling, Deborah Hembrook
Uniforms, caps, and blue overalls hang on the line, providing rhyming clues to the important jobs people do in the commu
Ages 2–5
Shape Shift
Joyce Hesselberth
Circles, squares, and triangles transform into rockets and owls when you mix colorful shapes with a little bit of imagin
Ages 3–7
What's in the Witch's Kitchen?
written and illustrated by Nick Sharratt
Open the flaps to see if you will find a tasty treat or a spooky trick hiding in the cupboards of the witch's kitchen.
Ages 2–5
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