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Books for Becoming a Big Kid
12,131 books
0–3 yrs
8495 books
4–7 yrs
3589 books
8–11 yrs
415 books
12–18 yrs
69 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Yay! Yippee! My Mommy's Having a Baby!
Catalda Ramono
For the child in a single-parent household who is preparing to welcome a new baby sibling and wondering how their family
Ages 2–7
Grandma's Stories
Suad Farsakh Dajani
For the curious preschooler learning how the world works, from why leaves fall to why seatbelts keep us safe.
Ages 3–6
Daisy Bloom and The Secret Summer Quest
Mira Rosewood
For the child feeling the mid-summer slump, this book shows how small acts of kindness and a bit of curiosity can turn a
Ages 6–9
Lucas Cott #1
Class Clown
Johanna Hurwitz
For the child who struggles to sit still or often finds themselves in trouble despite their best intentions to be good.
Ages 7–10
Dahlia & Friends
Dahlia's First Day of Kindergarten
Dahcia Lyons-Bastien
For the child feeling nervous about their first day of kindergarten. Dahlia helps transition first-day jitters into exci
Ages 3–6
Rafa Rabbit
Rafa Rabbit and the Magic of Breathing
Kingsley Kong
For the child who experiences intense outbursts and needs simple, concrete strategies to find their way back to calm thr
Ages 3–7
Emma and the Midnight Parade
Dinesh Deckker, Subhashini Sumanasekara
For the child who needs a boost of confidence to step into a leadership role, even when they feel small or uncertain.
Ages 5–10
Cat Jack
Abigail Ashlin
For the child who feels small or unsure, this story of a worldly cat helping lost kittens provides a blueprint for kindn
Ages 4–8
Chooch Helped
Andrea L Rogers
For the older sibling struggling with a toddler who 'helps' by making messes. This story validates sibling frustration w
Ages 3–7
I'll Love You More
Andi Landes
For the parent looking for a tender way to express the depth of their unconditional love as their little one grows from
Ages 0–3
The Adventures of Benny Bunny
David Liang
For the child learning how to navigate big feelings and social mistakes like telling the truth, keeping promises, or apo
Ages 3–5
Benny the Bear Learns to Try Again
Art Creators
For the child who struggles with perfectionism or wants to quit when things get tough. Benny the Bear shows that mistake
Ages 4–8
Do You Want Candy Legs? ¿Quieres piernas de caramelos?
Barbara Mooney
For the child who loves their treats a little too much, this bilingual tale gently explains how our food choices today s
Ages 3–9
Luna the Bunny Learns to Be Patient
Art Creators
For the child who struggles with the 'big feelings' that come with waiting, from taking turns to anticipating surprises.
Ages 3–7
Follow the Money!
Loreen Leedy
For the child who is curious about where their allowance goes or how shops work. A day in the life of a quarter explains
Ages 5–9
Pets Are Family Too
Viva J
For children learning how to treat animals with kindness, these stories bridge the gap between having a pet and understa
Ages 3–8
Out You Monsters!
Jeannie Flinn Furlong Ed D
For the child who sees shadows in the corners and needs a dose of humor and agency to face nighttime fears.
Ages 4–8
Mommy, Do You Love Me Always?
Karina Castagna
For the child who needs reassurance that your love is constant, even during big tantrums, sad moments, or new milestones
Ages 0–6
Even... Go to the Potty #2
Even Princesses Go to the Potty
Naomi Wax, Wendy Wax
For the toddler who needs a little encouragement to ditch the diapers, this lift-the-flap adventure shows that even the
Ages 1–3
Yoko #2
Yoko Finds Her Way
Rosemary Wells
For the child preparing for a first big trip or feeling nervous about crowded places, this story builds confidence in na
Ages 4–8
Rory the Dinosaur #1
Rory the Dinosaur: Me and My Dad
Liz Climo
For the child eager to prove they are a 'big kid' while still needing the safety net of a parent's quiet protection.
Ages 3–6
Leo
Leo Potty Training
Peggy
For parents looking for a gentle, playful way to navigate the potty training milestone with their toddler through a rela
Ages 2–4
Oliver and Amanda Pig #9
Amanda Pig, First Grader
Jean Van Leeuwen
For the child who is nervous about the jump to first grade or frustrated that learning to read isn't happening as fast a
Ages 5–7
Leslie Patricelli Board Books #13
Potty
Leslie Patricelli
For the toddler weighing the big transition from diapers to the toilet, this humorous look at potty readiness turns a ma
Ages 0–3
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