Staff Picks
Great Books for Babies
- Children's Room
- Friday, January 07, 2022
Collection
"You see a bustling city. I see adventure ahead!"--You See, I See: In the City by Michelle Sinclair Colman
Snuggled in your lap, babies love books with photographs, simple, bright illustrations, rhyming and the sound of your voice. Find your little one's new favorite story from our list of books to share.
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On the Go with Mother Goose
Published in 2017
This board book offers a selection of Mother Goose nursery rhymes.
Ten, Nine, Eight
Published in 1996
Numbers from ten to one are part of this lullaby which observes the room of a little girl going to bed.
The Going to Bed Book
Published in 2004
An assortment of animals on a boat take a bath, put on their pajamas, brush their teeth, and exercise before going to bed. Serious silliness for all ages. Artist Sandra Boynton is back and better than ever with completely redrawn versions of her multi-million selling board books. These whimsical and hilarious books, featuring nontraditional texts and her famous animal characters, have been printed on thick board pages, and are sure to educate and entertain children of all ages.
The Going to Bed Book
Published in 1995
An assortment of animals on a boat take a bath, put on their pajamas, brush their teeth, and exercise before going to bed.
Goodnight Moon
Published in 2005
Before going to sleep, a little rabbit says goodnight to his bedroom, and all of his familiar possessions, as his big, green bedroom slowly darkens, in a bigger version of the enduring classic.
Goodnight Moon
Published in 1991
Goodnight to each of the objects in the great green room: goodnight chairs, goodnight comb, goodnight air.
Have You Seen My Cat?
A young boy encounters all sorts of cats while searching for the one he lost.
Have You Seen My Cat?
Published in 2012
A young boy encounters all sorts of cats while searching for the one he lost.
You See, I See
In the City
Published in 2018
"A parent and child spend the day in the city"-- Provided by publisher.
Blocks
Published in 2016
Ruby has red blocks. Benji has blue blocks. But what happens when they won't share?
Blocks
Published in 2018
Ruby is building with her red blocks, while Benji is using his blue blocks, but when Benji decides he wants to use a red block, Ruby isn't ready to share and a messy tussle follows.
You and Me
Published in 2018
Illustrations and simple, rhyming text express siblings' enjoyment of a new baby, while still looking forward to their own one-on-one time with a loved one.
Curls
Published in 2020
"This simple, playful, and beautiful board book stars four friends who celebrate the joy of their hairstyles from bouncing curls to swinging braids"-- Provided by publisher
Where is the Green Sheep?
Published in 2004
A story about many different sheep, and one that seems to be missing.
A Kiss for You
Published in 2020
"You are so kissable, from head to toe! A sweet celebration of babies and kisses. For little ones of all ages." -- Amazon.
Little Truck
Published in 2018
"Little Truck is setting out to explore! He's going fast, climbing hills, and braving tunnels, being just the right amount of careful along the way. But no matter how far he goes, his caring parent is never far behind"-- Provided by publisher.
A Parade of Elephants
Published in 2020
Illustrations and easy-to-read text introduce such basic concepts as adjectives, adverbs, daytime, and nighttime as they follow five elephants marching from dawn to dusk.
A Parade of Elephants
Published in 2018
Illustrations and easy-to-read text introduce such basic concepts as adjectives, adverbs, daytime, and nighttime as they follow five elephants marching from dawn to dusk.
Black & White
Published in 2007
White illustrations against a black background, alternating with black illustrations against a white background, depicting objects such as an elephant, butterfly, leaf, horse, baby bottle, and sailboat.
Jonny Lambert's Animal ABC
Published in 2018
"An illustrated lift-the-flap baby book that reveals an entire animal alphabet. E is for elephant, L is for lion, Q is for... you'll have to lift the flap and see! Children and adults will delight in this magical menagerie of animals from all around the world, whilst developing a child's vocabulary and language skills."--Provided by publisher.
The Last Marshmallow
Published in 2020
"Olivia and Mei have two cups of cocoa and three big marshmallows. Olivia gets one marshmallow, and Mei gets one marshmallow. How will they share the last one? Engages young children in the math of sharing equally"-- Provided by publisher.
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
Published in 1992
Children see a variety of animals, each one a different color, and a teacher looking at them.
Here Are My Hands
Published in 1998
Owners of human bodies celebrate them by pointing out various parts and mentioning their functions, from "hands for catching and throwing" to the "skin that bundles me in."
Here Are My Hands
The owner of a human body celebrates it by pointing out various parts and mentioning their functions, from "hands for catching and throwing" to the "skin that bundles me in."
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
Slide and Find
Published in 2010
Children see a variety of animals, each one a different color, and a teacher looking at them. On board pages.
Tickle My Ears
Published in 2016
A sweet and simple interactive board book that offers a charming new bedtime ritual.
Mad, Mad, Mad
Published in 2020
"Baby is MAD. Very, very mad. What will make the mad go away?" -- Page 4 of cover.
Good Night, Gorilla
Published in 1994
An unobservant zookeeper is followed home by all the animals he thinks he has left behind in the zoo.
Good Night, Gorilla
Published in 2004
This roomy trim size is perfect for sharing with groups and lap sitters, and will stand up to years of repeat readings.
Clip-clop
Published in 2006
When Mr. Horse gives a ride to his friends, Cat, Dog, Pig, and Duck, they urge him to go faster and faster.
Clip-clop
Published in 2007
When Mr. Horse gives his friends Cat, Dog, Pig, and Duck a ride, they urge him to go faster and faster.
Brown Sugar Babies
Published in 2020
Illustrations and rhyming text describe babies in terms of different sweet and tasty brown treats.
All Kinds of Kisses
Published in 2012
Each barnyard animal has its favorite kind of kiss, but the best of all is a mother's goodnight kiss.
All Kinds of Kisses
Published in 2014
Each barnyard animal has its favorite kind of kiss, but the best of all is a mother's goodnight kiss.
Mr. Lion Dresses Up
Published in 2020
How exciting! Mr. Lion has been invited to a party. But, uh-oh, what will he wear? Join Mr. Lion and his friend Monkey in deciding just what outfit suits him best.