Looking for fun board books for your baby or toddler? There are so many benefits to reading to your children when they are young, and instilling in them a love of independent reading early on.
Here we have put together a list of the best board books for toddlers that are sure to be a hit with your little one.
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why board books are great for young children
board books for toddlers are perfect for many reasons. board books have grooved pages so little ones can’t bend the pages.
Storybooks with thin pages can often get damaged or dirty by little ones, so hardcover books are a great option.
The other advantage is that board books are usually smaller and easier to hold than larger storybooks.
best board books for toddlers
Find below a list of the best board books for toddlers that they will love!
1. the very hungry caterpillar
author: eric carle
A children’s classic, and number one on our list of board books for toddlers is The Very Hungry Caterpillar. This children’s book has been around for over 50 years and remains one of the most popular books for young children.
Babies and toddlers will love following the caterpillar as it makes its way through the book. Brilliant illustrations, a simple story, and cut-out finger holes make it easy to see why this book has sold more than 55 million copies worldwide.
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2. what is poop?
author: katie daynes
Going to the potty with toddlers is one of the most difficult stages for many parents, and every little one seems to go through a stage of potty obsession.
This adorable flapper book is a practical yet fun way to explain all about poop and get little ones used to the idea of going to the bathroom. It’s full of cute illustrations, easy-to-read words, and fun facts that might surprise even mom and dad.
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3. where is the place
author: eric hill
the spot series has brought joy to children for years and the original book “where’s spot” is a great place to start. Young children will love following spot mom as she searches for spots around the house.
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simple wording, lift-up flaps, and bright, colorful illustrations make this the perfect board book for young children.
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4. questions and answers about our world
author: katie daynes
The Q&A series is a great investment if you want something that will grow with your child. however, the “about our world” book is a good place to start and asks questions from a child’s point of view and then provides simple but factual answers.
This board book for toddlers is big and colorful, and it also has interactivity to lift the flap. We originally bought this for our 4 year old, but it’s actually a firm favorite for our 2 year old.
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5. guess how much i love you
author: sam mcbratney
Now a popular television show, this much-loved classic has sold over 43 million copies worldwide. is a heartwarming story about the little nutty brown hare and the big brown hare trying to find a way to describe how much they love each other.
This beautiful board book for children is accompanied by beautiful illustrations that are sure to capture the attention of the little ones.
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6. brown bear, brown bear, what do you see?
author: bill martin
Another offering from the author of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, this book is a simple introduction to colors for young children. collage-style illustrations are big and bright to catch the eye.
The wording in this board book is super simple, repetitive, and has a nice rhythmic flow, making it a lovely and relaxing bedtime book.
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7. good night moon
author: margaret wise brown
This soothing bedtime story has lulled generations of children to sleep and is still a popular choice today. read on as the snuggly bunny is tucked up in bed and says goodnight to the various things in his rooms.
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The rhyming story is great for even the youngest children and is even one of the book trust bedtime books for newborns.
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8. ten little fingers and ten little toes
author: mem fox
Most young children seem to go through a stage of obsessing over babies. this book is sure to please as it is a true celebration of adorable babies and their beautiful fingers and toes.
The nice rhythmic story is very sweet and explores babies from all over the world and the illustrations are adorable. definitely a favorite on our list of the best board books for babies and toddlers.
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9. the gruffalo
author: julia donaldson
The number one favorite book in our house is Gruffalo and we were thrilled to discover that it also comes as a board book for toddlers and younger children.
Follow the mouse through the deep dark woods and delight as he outwits everyone along the way. the rhyming story is a joy to read and is coupled with beautiful illustrations with much to discover.
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10. where is the green sheep?
author: mem fox
Another highly requested book in many homes around the world, Where the Green Sheep is has plenty to hold young children’s attention.
Make your way through the book and try to find the elusive green sheep. the story is easy to follow and the illustrations are engaging and sometimes funny. It’s even a great introduction to learning colors.
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best children’s books
I hope this list of the best board books for toddlers and young children has given you some ideas for reading time with your little one. Reading with your children is very important and can be a very special bonding time.
If you’re looking for more children’s books, be sure to check out our other listings as well:
- the best children’s storybooks
- the best book sets for children of all ages
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