Staff Picks
Great Books for Babies | 2022
- Richland Library
- Wednesday, May 11, 2022
Collection
"Change starts with learning about the world."--Change Starts with Us by Sophie Beer
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.
One Yellow Sun
Published in 2020
"One Yellow Sun helps introduce little ones to numbers, colors, and sizes, using vibrant colors and smart die-cuts."$c--Provided by publisher.
Whose Knees Are These?
Published in 2006
Takes a loving look at knees from the vantage point of a mother's lap.
You Are Home with Me
Published in 2019
Intersperses facts about different animals and birds with reassurances that a parent would take care of a child and make a home for him or her, no matter what.
You Are Home with Me
Published in 2020
Intersperses facts about different animals and birds with reassurances that a parent would take care of a child and make a home for him or her, no matter what.
Change Starts with Us
Published in 2021
A board book celebrating the many small acts of green living that will make a positive impact on the environment.
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 2001
A little bunny bids goodnight to all the objects in his room before falling asleep.
The Very Busy Spider
Published in 1995
The farm animals try to divert a busy little spider from spinning her web, but she persists and produces a thing of both beauty and usefulness. The pictures may be felt as well as seen.
You See, I See
In the City
Published in 2018
"A parent and child spend the day in the city"-- Provided by publisher.
Glow
Published in 2021
"This simple, playful and elegant board book stars a young boy who joyfully celebrates his dark skin with a bright moon at the end of a perfect day"-- Provided by publisher.
Up, Up, Up, Down
Published in 2021
Illustrations and easy-to-read text follow a baby and father through a day filled with ups and downs, ons and offs, and plenty of fun.
Odd Beasts
Meet Nature's Weirdest Animals
Published in 2021
Discover which animals have armor like a knight, fishing poles attached to their heads, and see-through skin, among other interesting facts.
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.
Sun Flower Lion
Published in 2020
Invites the reader to see the sun, bright as a flower, a flower on a hill that looks like a lion, a lion that dreams of flowers as big as the sun, and more.
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.
Up Cat, Down Cat
Published in 2020
A long, white cat and a short, black cat play with a toy mouse until one cat is awake and the other is asleep, in a book introducing the concepts of opposites.
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.
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
Published in 1996
Children see a variety of animals, each one a different color, and a teacher looking at them.
Count to Love!
Published in 2021
This charming board book from the New York times best-selling and award-winning duo celebrates sweet baby love with bouncing, rhythmic text and whimsical illustrations.
Bronxtones
Bilingual Colors = Bronxtones
Published in 2020
After school, children find a rainbow of colors in their Bronx neighborhood, from Yadi's red balloon to Angeliz's violet bubble wand.
Vamonos
Havana.
Published in 2020
"Teach your baby about Havana, the capital of Cuba, through illustrations and words that will teach them about the world in English and Spanish. Let's take a trip around the world with VℓMONOS. In this colorful new series by Lil' Libros, each book celebrates the sights, sounds, and people of a different city both in English and Spanish. Through adventurous illustrations, make a quick trip to Havana on the island of Cuba to play a little game of dominos with the abuelitos. Discover with your children what makes each city fantastic and special. With simple text by Patty Rodriguez and Ariana Stein, and colorful illustrations by Lil' Libros' very own Ana Godinez, each book will have your little ones celebrating the world, fostering empathy, and seeing that there are a million ways to live on this planet!"--Provided by publisher.
Brown Sugar Babies
Published in 2020
Illustrations and rhyming text describe babies in terms of different sweet and tasty brown treats.
Rosa Loves Cars
Published in 2018
"Join Rosa and her friends as they play with their toy trucks and cars."--Provided by cataloguer.
Sweet, Sweet Baby!
Published in 2021
This endearing board book celebrates the joy, hope and pride that a new baby brings.
Pride Colors
Published in 2019
Introduces young readers to the Pride flag's colors and shares the message that whoever they grow up to be, they will be loved unconditionally.
The Night is Deep and Wide
Published in 2021
High-contrast imagery and soothing verses combine in a bedtime story written as an Italian villanelle that depicts a young child who returns home after picking flowers in the moonlight, as nearby creatures and plants settle down for the evening.