Staff Picks
Great Books for Preschoolers
- Children's Room
- Tuesday, May 01, 2018
Collection
During the preschool years it is essential your child hear a wealth of picture books. Reading aloud at least 20 minutes a day will greatly impact his emotional, social, and intellectual development. Doing so introduces him to the wider world, instills curiosity, and prepares him for learning how to read when he goes to school.
The best news? You can check out 60 books with your Richland Library card!
Marta! Big & Small
Published in 2016
In this story that incorporates Spanish words, Marta explores the world of opposites and animals.
The Airport Book
Published in 2016
"An exploratory journey through the airport."-- Provided by publisher.
Jabari Jumps
Published in 2017
"Jabari is definitely ready to jump off the diving board. He's finished his swimming lessons and passed his swim test, and he's a great jumper, so he's not scared at all. "Looks easy," says Jabari, watching the other kids take their turns. But when his dad squeezes his hand, Jabari squeezes back. He needs to figure out what kind of special jump to do anyway, and he should probably do some stretches before climbing up onto the diving board. In a sweetly appealing tale of overcoming your fears, newcomer Gaia Cornwall captures a moment between a patient and encouraging father and a determined little boy you can't help but root for."--Amazon.com
Grains of Sand
Published in 2018
A young girl, depressed that her beach vacation is over, takes the sand from her shoes and plants it, imagining that is will sprout such scenes as a field of beach umbrellas and a crop of lemon ice cream.
Windows
Published in 2017
Walking his dog at dusk, a boy catches glimpses of the lives around him in the lit windows along his route through the neighborhood.
My New Mom & Me
Published in 2016
"A puppy comes to live with his adoptive mother, who is a cat."-- Provided by publisher.
Midnight at the Zoo
Published in 2017
Disappointed to find most of the animals asleep during a school trip to the zoo, Max and Mia decide to make the best of things before finding themselves locked in the zoo at night, when the animals wake up and begin a dazzling floor show.
Peter's Chair
Published in 2002
When Peter finds out that his blue furniture is being painted pink for his new baby sister, he takes the last unpainted item, a chair, and runs away.
More-igami
Published in 2016
Joey, who loves anything that can fold, learns origami, the Japanese art of paper folding, but it takes lots of time and practice before he can perfect the craft.
How Tall Was a T. Rex?
Published in 2018
"Have you ever wondered what a T. rex was really like? How tall was it? How much did it eat? Did it have scales or feathers? Find out lots of fascinating facts in this brilliant exploration of the world's scariest dinosaur, the T. rex"--Page [4] of cover.
A Color of His Own
Published in 2003
A little chameleon is distressed that he doesn't have his own color like other animals.
Strictly No Elephants
Published in 2015
A boy is excluded from joining his friends' pet club because of his unusual pet.
Excellent Ed
Published in 2016
Everyone in the Ellis family is excellent, except Ed the dog, who is determined to find something at which he, too, can excel.
Emma and Julia Love Ballet
Published in 2016
A story that follows the everyday life of two girls, one a professional ballerina, the other a student, both of whom love ballet.
The Storm
Published in 2016
When a strong storm arrives on the evening before a young boy is supposed to go to the beach, he starts to lose hope that he will be able to make the trip, so he huddles under the covers to muffle the sound of the storm and begins to dream.
City Shapes
Published in 2016
"A young girl walks through the bustling city, while a pigeon flies above, both spotting hidden shapes at every turn"-- Provided by publisher.
After the Fall
How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again
Published in 2017
After falling off the wall, Humpty Dumpty is very afraid of climbing up again, but is determined not to let fear stop him from being close to the birds.
I Got the Rhythm
Published in 2014
On a trip to the park with her mother, a young girl hears a rhythm coming from the world around her and begins to move to the beat, finally beginning an impromptu dance in which other childen join her.
How to Find Gold
Published in 2016
Anna and her friend Crocodile set off on an adventure to find sunken gold, even though it is a dangerous and difficult quest.
Where the Wild Things Are
Published in 1988
Max sails to the land of the wild things, where he becomes their king.
The Bad Mood and the Stick
Published in 2017
Curly's bad mood travels from person to person, unexpectedly leaving opportunities for forgiveness, laughter, and love in its wake.
Tea with Oliver
Published in 2017
Oliver wants to drink tea with a friend. Philbert, who loves tea, tries to get Oliver's attention.
Honey
Published in 2018
A young bear wakes from hibernation craving honey, but soon recalls the many things he can enjoy while waiting for his favorite food to be ready.
If Your Monster Won't Go to Bed
Published in 2017
A handbook for youngsters that includes such instructions as "pour your monster a nice big glass of healthy, crunchy, oozy bug juice slimed with ooey-gooey snail trails to calm him."
Yoko
Published in 1998
When Yoko brings sushi to school for lunch, her classmates make fun of what she eats--until one of them tries it for himself.
The Seashore Book
Published in 2017
A mother's words help a little boy imagine the sights and sounds of the seashore, even though he has never seen the ocean.