10 Must-Read Board Books For Babies & Toddlers: The Classics
A well-stocked bookshelf is one of the best gifts you can give your child. But it’s no secret that there are a lot of children’s books out there – and not all kid-lit is created equal. Don’t worry, I put together this list full of classic stories you’ll love to share with your little one for years to come.
These stories may be simple, but don’t be fooled – so much of your lil one’s learning happens as they marvel at the illustrations of these classic stories, listening closely as the words come to life right off the page 🙂
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1 | The Snowy Day
Read it for: The sweet, simple story of a little boy on a snowy day & the gorgeous, classic illustrations.
2 | The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Read it for: Eric Carle’s classic illustrations & the opportunity to engage your little one in the story-telling process as they try to describe and predict what foods the caterpillar will eat next.
3 | Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
Read it for: The sweet, simple illustrations that little ones love & the opportunity to expand your child’s vocabulary and improve their ability to identify colors and animals.
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4 | Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
Read it for: The simple, age-appropriate introduction to the ABC’s, as well as the colorful and fun rhythmic tale.
5 | Dear Zoo: A Lift-the-Flap Book
Read it for: A fun interactive, lift-the-flap experience your child will love, plus a fun and simple story about your little one’s favorite zoo animals.
6 | We’re Going On A Bear Hunt
Read it for: The tod-friendly repetition in this classic story of a family going on an adventure together.
7 | Good Night, Gorilla
Read it for: The short and silly story even the littlest babes will be happy to read – and (of course) the animals.
8 | Mr Brown Can Moo! Can You?
Read it for: A tod-friendly introduction to Dr. Seuss, plus ALL the silly sounds they love.
9 | Freight Train
Read it for: The simple, colorful illustrations & the opportunity to introduce early learning concepts, like colors, counting, and spatial vocabulary to your child.
10 | Anything by Sandra Boynton tbh
Read it for: The fun and unique and characters and illustrations in these simple stories you and your child will both love reading!
Happy Reading!
Now, it’s your turn: What’s your munchkin’s favorite book? Share your bookshelf must-haves in the comments!
Until next time!
♥ Meg
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