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1. The Very Hungry Caterpillar
by: Eric Carle Release date: Mar 23, 1994 Number of Pages: 26 Find in Library Read Review |
“The very hungry caterpillar literally eats his way through the pages of the book—and right into your child’s heart…”
—Mother’s Manual
“Gorgeously illustrated, brilliantly innovative…”
—The New York Times Book Review
2. Goodnight Moon
by: Margaret Wise Brown, Clement Hurd Release date: Jan 23, 2007 Number of Pages: 30 Find in Library Read Review |
In a great green room, tucked away in bed, is a little bunny. “Goodnight room, goodnight moon.” And to all the familiar things in the softly lit room—to the picture of the three little bears sitting on chairs, to the clocks and his socks, to the mittens and the kittens, to everything one by one—the little bunny says goodnight.
In this classic of children’s literature, beloved by generations of readers and listeners, the quiet poetry of the words and the gentle, lulling illustrations combine to make a perfect book for the end of the day.
This board book edition is the perfect size for little hands.
3. Good Night, Gorilla
by: Peggy Rathmann Release date: Feb 21, 1996 Number of Pages: 32 Find in Library Read Review |
Good night, Gorilla.
Good night, Elephant.
It’s bedtime at the zoo, and all the animals are going to sleep. Or are they? Who’s that short, furry guy with the key in his hand and the mischievous grin?
Good night, Giraffe.
Good night, Hyena.
Sneak along behind the zookeeper’s back, and see who gets the last laugh in this riotous good-night romp.
4. The Tale of Peter Rabbit Story Board Book
by: Beatrix Potter Release date: Mar 01, 1999 Number of Pages: 12 Find in Library Read Review |
5. Corduroy (40th Anniversary Edition)
by: Don Freeman, Don Freeman Release date: Mar 13, 2008 Number of Pages: 40 Find in Library Read Review |
6. The Night Before Christmas
by: Clement C. Moore, Dana Regan Release date: Oct 30, 1992 Number of Pages: 26 Find in Library Read Review |
The classic Christmas poem-now available in a board book edition for the youngest child.
7. Spot’s Birthday Party
by: Eric Hill, Eric Hill Release date: Jun 21, 2007 Number of Pages: 24 Find in Library Read Review |
8. Ball
by: Mary Sullivan Release date: Jan 07, 2015 Number of Pages: 32 Find in Library Read Review |
A 2014 Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book
A dog with a ball is one of the most relentlessly hopeful creatures on Earth. After his best little-girl pal leaves for school, this dog hits up yoga mom, baby, and even the angry cat for a quick throw. No luck. Forced to go solo, the dog begins a hilarious one-sided game of fetch until naptime’s wild, ball-centric dream sequence. The pictures speak a thousand words in this comic book-style ode to canine monomania. Ball? Ball.
9. Buenas noches, Gorila (Spanish Edition)
by: Peggy Rathmann, Peggy Rathmann Release date: Sep 09, 2004 Number of Pages: 34 Find in Library Read Review |
10. Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel: Board Book Edition
by: Virginia Lee Burton Release date: Mar 06, 2007 Number of Pages: 40 Find in Library Read Review |
11. The Owl and the Pussycat
by: Edward Lear, Jan Brett Release date: Aug 04, 1997 Number of Pages: 36 Find in Library Read Review |
As they sail off across the sea, another story unfolds in the water beneath the boat. One by one, exotic sea creatures swim into the picture and a small yellow fish seems to be looking for someone.
Jan Brett brings the magic of the Caribbean to her exquisitely detailed illustrations of Edward Lear’s charming poem.
12. The Little House Board Book
by: Virginia Lee Burton Release date: Mar 16, 2009 Number of Pages: 42 Find in Library Read Review |
13. A You’re Adorable
by: Martha Alexander, Martha Alexander Release date: Dec 13, 2011 Number of Pages: 20 Find in Library Read Review |
B You’re so beautiful
C You’re a cutie full of charm
D— You’ll be delighted by this delicious trip through the alphabet! Sing along as a lively company of children and assorted pets scamper across the bright pages and through the letters from A to Z. With warm and charming illustrations by Martha Alexander, this popular song of the 1940s has become a captivating picture book for all ages. Complete with the music for the song, A YOU’RE ADORABLE is a ditty for your darling, a song for your sweetheart, a valentine for anytime!
14. The Napping House board book
by: Audrey Wood, Don Wood Release date: Sep 01, 2015 Number of Pages: 32 Find in Library Read Review |
In the napping house is a cozy bed piled high with a snoring granny, a dreaming child, a dozing dog, a snoozing cat, and a slumbering mouse. All is at peace until the appearance of an unexpected visitor, and before you know it no one is sleeping!
15. Jan Brett’s Little Library
by: Jan Brett Release date: Sep 22, 2003 Number of Pages: 98 Find in Library Read Review |
16. The Gruffalo’s Child
by: Julia Donaldson, Axel Scheffler Release date: Apr 06, 2017 Number of Pages: 24 Find in Library Read Review |
17. Travels with the Little Prince (tabbed board book)
by: Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Release date: Oct 13, 2015 Number of Pages: 10 Find in Library Read Review |
18. The Three Bears Board Book
by: Byron Barton, Byron Barton Release date: Jan 03, 1997 Number of Pages: 32 Find in Library Read Review |
Who’s been sleeping in Baby Bear’s bed? In a rhythmic text with striking pictures, Byron Barton retells the classic fairytale of the three bears and a little girl named Goldilocks. This sturdy board book edition is not too big, not too small, but just right for toddlers.
Accompanied by bold and vibrant colored paintings, Barton’s story includes the rhythmic refrain children love to hear.
Supports the Common Core State Standards
19. Es hora de dormir/Time for Bed (Spanish and English Edition)
by: Mem Fox, Jane Dyer Release date: Jun 19, 2012 Number of Pages: 28 Find in Library Read Review |
20. The Little Red Hen Board Book
by: Byron Barton, Byron Barton Release date: Jan 03, 1997 Number of Pages: 32 Find in Library Read Review |
Byron Barton presents a fresh retelling of the well-loved folktale of The Little Red Hen. The little red hen grows grain, threshes wheat, bakes bread, and feeds her chicks—all by herself, without any help from her lazy friends. Young readers will learn a valuable lesson about teamwork from this classic tale.
Mr. Barton’s simple words, bold images, and imaginative use of color have made his many picture books perennial favorites with young children.
Supports the Common Core State Standards
21. Curious George’s ABCs
by: H. A. Rey Release date: Jun 07, 2016 Number of Pages: 24 Find in Library Read Review |
22. The Twelve Days of Christmas
by: Jan Brett, Jan Brett Release date: Sep 16, 2004 Number of Pages: 32 Find in Library Read Review |
23. Katy and the Big Snow Lap Board Book
by: Virginia Lee Burton Release date: Nov 04, 2014 Number of Pages: 38 Find in Library Read Review |
24. The Giving Tree (Hebrew) (Hebrew Edition)
by: Shel Silverstein Release date: Aug 10, 2013 Number of Pages: 58 Find in Library Read Review |
25. Goodnight Moon ABC Board Book: An Alphabet Book
by: Margaret Wise Brown, Clement Hurd Release date: Jul 27, 2010 Number of Pages: 30 Find in Library Read Review |
From kittens to stars to yarn, there are so many things that can be found in the great green room. Search for them all as you learn your ABCs.
This comforting alphabet book links words and phrases with familiar images from everyone’s favorite bedtime book, Goodnight Moon.
26. Curious George and the Bunny
by: H. A. Rey Release date: Jan 12, 2016 Number of Pages: 24 Find in Library Read Review |
27. La casa adormecida / The Napping House (Spanish and English Edition)
by: Audrey Wood, Don Wood Release date: Jun 19, 2012 Number of Pages: 32 Find in Library Read Review |
sleepy people and animals try to fit on one
cozy bed, until the tiniest flea sends them all
tumbling! This beloved picture book by Don
and Audrey Wood is available for the first time
as a bilingual board book.
28. Meet the Little Prince (padded board book)
by: Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Release date: Oct 13, 2015 Number of Pages: 10 Find in Library Read Review |
Bonjour, je suis le Petit Prince.
Meet the Little Prince and read about his tiny planet – in both English and French! This classic, beloved tale is re-imagined as a beautiful, padded board book, with original illustrations and a playful, sweet design.
29. Counting with the Little Prince
by: Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Release date: Oct 13, 2015 Number of Pages: 10 Find in Library Read Review |
30. Curious George’s Opposites
by: H. A. Rey Release date: Jun 07, 2016 Number of Pages: 16 Find in Library Read Review |
Best Selling Books for 1 year olds:
- Animals
- Action & Adventure
- Biographies
- Classics
- Early Learning
- History
- Holidays & Celebrations
- Humor
- Literature & Fiction
- Religions
- Comics & Graphic Novels
Recommended Books for 1 year olds:
- Action & Adventure
- Animals
- Biographies
- Classics
- Comics & Graphic Novels
- Early Learning
- History
- Holidays & Celebrations
- Humor
- Literature & Fiction
- Religions
Best Selling Classics Books for:
- 1 Year Olds
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- Teen & Young Adults
Recommended Classics Books for:
- 1 Year Olds
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- 5 Year Olds
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- 12 Year Olds
- Teen & Young Adults
Last updated: Monday, December 5, 2016 1:54 AM