{"id":97,"date":"2022-10-11T21:30:08","date_gmt":"2022-10-11T21:30:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/litblog.wpengine.com\/?p=97"},"modified":"2023-10-13T02:49:28","modified_gmt":"2023-10-13T02:49:28","slug":"the-best-books-for-preschoolers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/literati.com\/best-kids-books\/by-grade\/preschool-books\/the-best-books-for-preschoolers\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Books for Preschoolers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Your little one’s uncovering more about the world around them, and learning to read is a major piece of the puzzle! These best books for preschoolers will spark curiosity and expand their imagination, while supporting steady development of key reading skills. With the right books in hand, your preschooler can practice reading fundamentals (like sounding out new words and memorizing parts of a story) while discovering new topics and areas of interest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From silly animal books to fact-filled nonfiction<\/a>, your preschooler\u2019s interests can take them in endless new directions, laying the groundwork for future reading success. To help you navigate their learning-to-read journey, we\u2019ve compiled a list of our top picks for the most engaging, educational, and entertaining books for PreK readers.<\/p>\n\n\n

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It Came in the Mail <\/h3>\n \n

By Ben Clanton<\/p>\n \n

\n Little Liam loves getting mail. Sound familiar? This witty and wondrous story will fill your little one with joy as adventures with fire-breathing friends start to fill Liam\u2019s mailbox. Equal parts heartwarming and hilarious, this book is full of visual jokes and wordplay that will have your preschooler giggling as they listen along. \r\n\r\nThe story also teaches a valuable lesson in friendship and sharing that\u2019s perfectly timed as readers get ready to enter kindergarten.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Wipe-Clean Space Activities<\/h3>\n \n

By Usbourne<\/p>\n \n

\n Author Kirsteen Robson leads your little stargazer to the moon and back on this interactive journey through space. Using a special wipe-clean pen, your child will navigate mazes, connect the dots, and doodle to their heart\u2019s content. They\u2019ll strengthen basic coordination and visual skills while experiencing the joys of space and science firsthand. \r\n\r\nWith its wipeable surface, this is a book that keeps on giving. Loan it to friends, pass it down to younger siblings, or wait a couple of months and let them enjoy the fun all over again\u2014just like new! \n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Bug Hotel<\/h3>\n \n

By Libby Walden<\/p>\n \n

\n This lift-the-flap book takes kids on an adventure through the amazing world of insects from the backyard, then inspires them to create their very own Bug Hotel! Your preschooler will love finding out who\u2019s hanging out in the habitat, and gathering some buzz-worthy bug facts along the way! \r\n\r\nHaven\u2019t you always wanted an up-close encounter with bumblebees, butterflies, snails and beetles? This book is an immersive look at all the amazing nature unfolding in our own backyards!\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Not Quite Narwhal <\/h3>\n \n

By Jessie Sima<\/p>\n \n

\n Kelp always thought he was a narwhal like the rest of his family\u2014a unicorn of the sea, literally. Even if his \u201ctusk\u201d isn\u2019t very long, he\u2019s not a great swimmer, and he doesn\u2019t enjoy eating fish. Told with heartwarming illustrations and spare, sweet text, Jessie Sima\u2019s debut is about fitting in, standing out, and the all-encompassing love of family. \r\n\r\nThe pace of this adorable story paired with its bubbly artwork makes Not Quite Narwhal<\/i> a top pick for read-aloud time with your preschooler.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Bear Snores On<\/h3>\n \n

By Karma Wilson<\/p>\n \n

\n The brown bear\u2019s cave is a cozy hideout as long as the bear stays snoozing. Despite soothing illustrations and adorable woodland creatures, things are quite suspenseful in this bedtime gem. Repetition and rhythm in this story are great for developing your little one\u2019s listening skills, while the unique tone and word choice helps introduce new vocabulary.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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One World, Many Colors <\/h3>\n \n

By Ben Lerwill<\/p>\n \n

\n Forget rose-colored glasses\u2014see through the lens of all of our world\u2019s truly vibrant colors! From the yellow taxi cabs of New York City to pink cherry blossoms in Japan, Alette Straathof\u2019s gorgeous illustrations take us around the globe to show us how it\u2014and we as people\u2014are made up of many colors.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Get the Best Books for Preschoolers with Literati Book Clubs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The above best books for preschoolers list is a great starting point for a strong collection, but there\u2019s an even easier way to find titles that are just-right for your reader: get personally-curated picks from Literati! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a Literati Kids book club<\/a> member, your reader will receive books picked to match their unique preferences (like reading level and interests) so there\u2019s never a boring book in the bunch! Personalized curation means they\u2019ll always have access to exciting books that you know are perfectly suited to support reading progress. Take the simple personalization quiz<\/a> to get started, and put your growing reader on the path to reading success.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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