This illustrated bath book includes a special ink that changes color when it gets wet. He is totally in sync with babies developmental milestones and the designs that adults find sophisticated and compelling. Gnawing, slobbering, and tearing are no match for these super duper books, making them a favorite of parents and babies. Spinning the classic peekaboo game into a menagerie of animal-themed questions, reading this book becomes a game that parents and kids can enjoy together. This interactive book can be read over and over to reach the many different endings. Theres nothing sweeter than welcoming a new baby into the world with a library of favorite books that say We cant wait to show you how amazing this place we call home is! The baby books on this list will earn smiles at any showerwhether the theme is Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, Bollywood Baby, or somewhere in between. , So one day, a new baby might say I Look Up to You! It will make sure kids know just how much voting means in our country. Maybe the wolf knocked the houses down. lifelong conversation about the importance of service and helping others, Here We Are: Notes For Living On Planet Earth, You Are Mighty: A Guide To Changing The World, Hidden Figures The True Story Of Four Black Women And The Space Race, I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark, Sometimes The Spoon Runs Away With Another Spoon, Pride: The Story Of Harvey Milk And The Rainbow Flag, Somos Como Las Nubes/We Are Like The Clouds. This book is great because it defuses the damaging effects of labeling. The sweet thing about those early reading years when kids are hungry for new stories is that it's an opening to introduce them to characters who are different from them to expand their world as well as characters who are a lot like them to help them feel seen. The Name Jar by Yangsook Choi ($8, IndieBound). With cranes, bulldozers, and wrecking balls, the construction title, Dig, is a favorite in our house. Hairs/Pelitos by Sandra Cisnero, illustrated by Terry Ybez ($8, IndieBound). This title highlights the shape of classic dinosaurs like the long necked brachiosaurus with a guessing game kids will want to play for eons. The Sneetches And Other Stories by Dr. Seuss ($17, IndieBound). Continuing the theme of cultural books that are gorgeous to look at, Festival Of Colors is a fun introduction to the Hindu holiday of Holi. A close-knit family works for a better life for their children and grandchildren. Well, the big umbrella in this book does just that. A super fun sci-fi book that also deals with politics. Michael Tyler This is a celebration of all kinds of families. Help children embrace diversity in themselves, their friends, and their family with this playful book. I'm Having A Slow Lazy Summer For the First Time In 20 Years & Its All Thanks To My Son. This story of a turtle who is afraid of the sea teaches that overcoming fear can lead to great opportunities. Draw The Line by Kathryn Otoshi ($18, IndieBound). Children's books especially do a tricky dance for an audience of squinty-eyed parents and wide-eyed tots: the best ones, like a syringe of infant-suspension Tylenol, have a little something for the parent at the end. The World Is Not A Rectangle by Jeanette Winter ($18, IndieBound). National Parks: A Wildlife Primer, Peek-A Who? Your budding environmentalist will love this book. The Big Umbrella by Amy June Bates and Juniper Bates ($17, IndieBound). Full of information and fun graphics, this is a primer on all things progress from letter writing to protest signs to boycotts. And Tango Makes Three by Justic Richardson and Peter Parnell, illustrated by Henry Cole ($10, IndieBound), This is the true story of inseperable male penguins Roy and Silo of the Central Park Zoo. In turn, they want to do small acts of kindness to spread the good. What Should Danny Do? Sex Is A Funny Word by Cory Silverberg and Fiona Smyth ($24, IndieBound). When two genuinely special creators like Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen work on a project together, it shouldnt be a surprise that its extraordinary. Recalls, Gift The Story Of Ruby Bridges by Robert Coles, illustrated by George Ford ($7, IndieBound). Feminist Baby by Loryn Brantz ($13, IndieBound), This book is super cheeky and feminist AF. It's Okay To Be Different by Todd Parr ($9, IndieBound). Go ahead and buy the whole Amy Krause Rosenthal catalog. This book of hers celebrates the true stories of Black men in history, but she also has one celebrating Black women in history and another celebrating women creators. Educators are so vital in raising great progressives. A boy and his grandfather don't speak the same language until they get out their pencils and inks. We absolutely adore Vashti Harrison, and we cannot recommend picking up her books enough! If you want to make a difference, but don't know where to start, then this book is for you. Noodle the dog and his owner, Jonathan Graziano, took the world by storm with their viral Bones or No Bones TikTok videos, and this super cute picture book stems from the first time Jonathan discovered Noodles no bones days. Jayneen Sanders has written many picture books on this topic, but this one gets right to the heart of it. Starring a girl of color who has a passion for STEM, it's a sneaky way to teach perseverance to your kid. Heng Ou This classic Dr. Seuss book is an allegory about the difference between the haves and have nots. Parents will wonder how their newborn will ever fit into those clothes, but before they know it, theyll be living with a toddler. Two classmates need to work together even though they have nothing in common. Leadership is an important part of this story. ), and the creature learns that maybe, just maybe, trying something new isnt the worst thing in the world. The All Aboard! & Author Guidelines, B&N By imagining all of the people in the world are represented by one hundred people, this book breaks down how many people have access to clean water or an education. Children will learn about self-esteem and empathy, which is fuel for progressive minds. Jennifer E. Smith When Roy and Silo were given a motherless penguin egg, they raised the chick together. Newborns might not seem interested, but they wont mind the extra cuddles, and it will lay the groundwork for a lifetime of reading. Theres no better way to share your love and appreciation for someone than with an adorable, heartfelt, genuine book. Sherri Duskey Rinker Pearl Power And The Toy Problem by Mel Elliott ($14, IndieBound). No wonder RGB is such a childhood icon now. Help them make a plan for meals. There are teddy bears wrestling with gender identity, boys who want to be mermaids, little girls who grew into rousing leaders, stories from across the globe; there are sneetches, sensitive potatoes, and evil archdukes. Cottage Door Press. (Love is love, y'all. Introduce kids to the Great Migration when African-American families left the south for better opportunities. Free To BeYou And Me by Marlo Thomas ($21, IndieBound). Mommy's Khimar by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow ($18, IndieBound). Overcoming frustration is important for every kid, and learning about learning disabilities is crucial to understanding themselves and their friends. let. to. Heck yeah, you can! The text includes a nice mix of fun facts and vocabulary words. All the kids in the neighborhood have their own unique style in this bopping, rhythmic story about doing it your way. A Korean-American girl isn't sure she wants to go by her Korean name, because it's hard to pronounce. With 100 stories about the lives of 100 women, including Serena Williams and Malala Yousafzai, this collection will leave kids feeling sleepy, inspired, and just a wee bit rebellious. The Queen Of The Hanukkah Dosas by Pamela Ehrenberg, illustrated by Anjan Sarkar ($17, IndieBound). Theres nothing better than a huge hug from someone who loves you, and this monkey knows it! , , In this story, the eponymous character is super frustrated at what she can't do yet. Inspired by Gaines real-life, adorable kids, this picture book celebrates the lessons that can be learned in a garden and the power of family. I Love My Hair by Natasha Anastasia Tarpley, illustrated by E.B. A Is For Activist by Innosanto Nagara ($10, IndieBound). This classic tale of a bull who would rather smell flowers than fight is all about being yourself and doing what makes you happy. All Our Wild Wonder by Sarah Kay, illustrated by Sophia Janowitz ($12, Strand Books). The True Story Of The Three Little Pigs by Jon Scieszka ($18, IndieBound). This is a lovely tribute to a great educator. Super Manny Stands Up by Kelly DiPucchio, illustrated by Stephanie Graegin ($18, IndieBound). On one level, it's a funny story about crayons. And kids will appreciate how magical school can be. Prime pint-size patriots to know their history with this simple, bright intro to the American presidents. One Plastic Bag by Miranda Paul, illustrated by Elizabeth Zunon ($20, IndieBound). This mixed-media storybook is a work of art and a genuinely moving look at intergenerational love and the ways we can work to collapse distance. Over 40 women are profiled here, illustrating the various ways you can make a difference. This book will guide new parents through the postpartum experience and help women focus on healing and bonding with their new baby. It also has a dad providing the care for his baby so mom can nap. Elena Favilli This charming book reveals there are many shades of brownand theyre all beautiful. The world would be a better place if we all did this. Can I Touch Your Hair by Irene Latham and Charles Waters, illustrated by Sean Qualls and Selina Alko ($18, IndieBound). Addressed to babies, this is a witty book parents and older siblings will treasure as well. It's not a book about gay families, her family is just one part of who Harriet is. 2022 BDG Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Kids who love identifying vehicles will have fun with this one. Her classmates offer her suggestions, but ultimately, they encourage her to use her Korean name. Thinking globally is crucial. Fantastic and lovely, this book is a must-have for every library! Parents will appreciate how the principal in the book cares for and nurtures each child in her school. This is an inclusive look at sexuality for elementary-aged kids. When the mom in this story leaves the boys to fend for themselves, they learn a lot about not being pigs. (No kid will want to be a pig after reading this. Perfect for older babies and toddlers who need a little enticement for getting wet. While Mr. Claus is out delivering presents, the other Mr. Claus is ready to support him with cookies. It's the first in a new series of board books called Celebrate The World. This classic collection of songs and rhymes is all about celebrating and loving who you are. The Montessori Toddler, by Simone DaviesIts always nice to include a 3T outfit and a nod to toddlerhood in the baby shower bonanza.