Best for Learning Numbers

Join ten little dinosaurs on an adventure. Find out what happens when they meet a grumpy triceratops, a storming diplodocus, and a very, very hungry T-Rex. Learn to count to ten and back with this action-packed board book.

This book is great to help introduce and learn numbers. Not only does it feature a traditional counting rhyme, but it also holds a storyline and an unforgettable journey. The adorable illustrations and all the action are sure to get your child roped into this amazing board book. Published by Waterstone, this book is perfect for reading together with your little one.

Learn to count to ten alongside adorable animals. From lions to toucans to seals to hippos, this book features all your child’s favorite animal friends. With a rhythmic rhyming scheme and bright illustrations, this is the perfect book for toddlers who are just learning their numbers.

This educational book has such a light and happy feeling to it, making reading and learning numbers extra fun. It also has a rhyming narrative and striking pictures that will capture your child’s interest as you move through the book. Great for any child that loves animals, it is also very educational and teaches your child to count to ten–and then back!

A group of animals are on their way to the zoo. Count along with elephants and hippos and lions who can’t wait to meet their new home. With Eric Carle’s signature illustration style, this book is sure to grab the attention of any young reader.

We love this book because it is simple and straightforward, yet highly educational and entertaining. With no text, this book encourages your child to focus on the numbers on each page and the illustrations that help to visualize their counting. It is a great, quick read to pull out whenever and wherever.

Welcome to Earth! There is so much to see, so many people to meet, and plenty to do on this planet of ours. Follow along on a tour of this vibrant world, meet new faces, and count along the way in the colorful board book. Learn the important lesson that we are all in this together. 

We love this book for its fun illustrations of our inspiring world, including gentle and simple pictures and awe-inspiring landscapes. Here We Are: Book of Number’s engaging introduction to counting is perfect for toddlers. It will teach your little ones not only how to count, but about all of the things that make living on our earth so special. 

Introduce your baby or toddler to the wonderful world of numbers with this sturdy board bood. Count from 1 to 10 with the help of cute little animals like ducklings, baby foxes, cows, piglets, puppies, and bear cubs! With liftable flaps, a rhyming scheme, and snuggly animals, this is the perfect book to introduce your child to numbers.

This book is a great place to start when introducing your child to numbers. It is a sturdy board book with different liftable flaps, allowing your child to explore the book and discover all kinds of new things. The text itself features a rhyming scheme that will help your child want to keep reading and learning. The illustrations, too, allow you to explore more than just numbers, but also colors, animal sounds, and shapes.

Learn all about what colors mix to form other colors in this fun and engaging board book for toddlers! Get involved and learn something new about art on each page. Simple blank backgrounds and splats of vibrant paint will draw little readers in.

This book is one of our favorites! It is a wonderful read that encourages little ones to test out a new skill in order to learn all about colors. Inviting young readers to get involved, Mix It Up is the perfect book for 2 year olds.

Not all fruits and vegetables look the same. Sometimes, bananas can be red, broccoli can be purple, and cherries can be yellow. Through this book, explore this idea that foods sometimes come in different colors.

We think this is a great Montessori-style book. It encourages children to learn about color through by more non-traditional methods, and it teaches them about different topics, too. With this book, you could discuss farming, cooking, and photography, and so much more. Your child will also be exposed to new vocabulary and be encouraged to think with an open mind about the world around them.

Learn the colors of the rainbow with illustrations that jump off the page. From red lobsters and yellow baby chicks to brown puppy-dog tails, this book is filled with opportunities to learn and explore. This board book is perfect for 2 year olds who are just starting to learn their colors.

We like this book because it introduces color by using common, everyday objects. Children learn much more easily when they can relate new information to things that they already know. So, learning about the color yellow through objects they already know about, like bananas or baby chickens, will help this information stick a little easier.

Best for Bedtime Stories

What if animals did what humans did? What what their goodnight kisses look like? Giraffes would stretch their necks high, wolves would kiss and then howl at the moon, and sloths and their babies would move very, very slowly. All across the animal kingdom, every creature would express their love in their own special way.

This book is so sweet. Reading it with your child allows you to share how much you love them and how important they are to you. This book will also help you explore different animals, allowing this adorable bedtime story to not only be a perfect bonding experience, but also an opportunity to learn more about the world at the same time.

Press the button! Now shake it up. Tilt the book! This funny board book gives its readers instructions and what happens next is always a surprise.

This book is a classic, and there is no wonder why. It is funny, interactive, and educational all at the same time. Children can quickly learn colors, directions, shapes, and new vocabulary, all while having a really incredible bonding moment with you. We think this book is a great option for a bedtime story that isn’t so traditional and calming.

Sleepy little animals are reminded how much they are loved and how blessed they are. After they put on their pajamas, brush their teeth, and say goodnight prayers, these animals snuggle up with their parents and get ready to go to sleep. This heartwarming book is the perfect moment to share your incredible love with your child.

This is a great bedtime book with a spiritual theme. It encourages children to give thanks for everything they have and the unconditional love they receive. The book has a great rhyming scheme, making it the perfect book to get calm and sleepy before bedtime. It also features touch-and-feel elements that make the story even more interesting and interactive.

The sun is set, and all the sleepyheads are tucked in and ready for bed. Rabbit is snoring away in the grass, Duck is snuggled up in the reeds, and Bear is snug in his cave. But there is one little animal who is not in his bed. Where could he be?

Sleepyheads is a great soothing, sleepy story. Its illustrations are so sweet and use calming colors and sleepy little animals to signal that it’s time for bed. The rhyming pattern is also very clever and introduces some new and unique vocabulary to your child. This is the perfect book to snuggle up with before you head to bed.

Explore the outback and woodlands in this engaging board book. You will meet all different creatures that make up the diverse range of Australian wildlife. Can you find koala’s secret hiding place? Follow along on a journey to discover new animals. 

We think this is a wonderful sensory book about animals. Colorful illustrations and fun textures will have your child reaching for the pages. With cutout and corrugated cardboard elements made especially for little hands, this is the perfect book for a new reader. 

What happens to a raindrop when it falls from the sky? Will it end up in the ocean, in a pond, or even in your backyard? Learn about the water cycle and weather in this wholesome and educational board book.

This book is great because it offers information about the water cycle through a narrative storyline. It is very creative and uses raindrops and clouds as characters to illustrate what happens when raindrops fall. The illustrations also match the story well and are adorable and captivating all at the same time.

Come meet all the animals of the forest! Say hello to foxes, deer, bears, beavers and more! With lift-a-flap cutouts, there is always something new to discover about our forest friends.

We love this book because it is highly interactive and educational, while still being really fun and engaging. The lift-a-flap features allow your child to explore the book on their own, offering independence and inspiring their love for reading. The simple sentences introduce new vocabulary and help your child learn how language is structured. Overall, this is a wonderful book to share together to explore nature.

In this book, the narrator goes in search of a pet. They write to the zoo, but they send him pets that are too big (like elephants) and pets that are too tall (like giraffes). Will they find their perfect pet?

This book is such a fun one to read with your child. It has a simple rhyming pattern and a lot of anticipation and drama as the narrator reveals what kind of pets he gets. It will allow your child to explore different animals and their characteristics, all while having a good laugh.

 Say “hello” to all kinds of jungle animals in this inviting board book. Meet new creatures and learn all about them by lifting the flaps. Fun comparisons and colorful pictures make this book a memorable read.

This book is great for two-year olds, as it encourages them to engage on each page. The lift-the-flap component of this board book if perfect for keeping little hands busy, and the sweet illustrations make a great reading experience. Additionally, this nonfiction book will introduce your child to animals in a fun but informational way. 

Best from Our List

Learn the alphabet with this exciting board book featuring all different kinds of trees. Whether they’re short or tall, pruny or small, full of berries of flowers or nuts, the 26 trees featured in this book will captivate and delight young readers and their parents alike. With easy-to-learn facts about each tree, this book is perfect for curious readers who love learning.

We love this book because it is educational in so many ways. Not only will your child be encouraged to learn their A-B-C’s, but they will also learn a lot about nature along the way. We also chose this book because the illustration style is very unique and very modern, making it fun and interesting to look at. We think this is such a special book to help get your child thinking about their letters.

Welcome to the ocean! Discover lots of fun and friendly sea creatures in this tactile book. Find out if they are scaly, squidgy, bobbly, or stretchy through though-and-feel elements.

We selected this book because it is highly interactive. All of the different textures and patterns and colors will help young toddlers learn more about the world around them. Being able to interact with the book will give them a sense of independence and freedom that young children often crave.

Sloth is super tired and just wants to take a nap. But Rabbit has different ideas and tries out different antics to get Sloth to change his mind. Each time, however, Sloth repeats, “But first, we nap.”

This is the perfect book for nap time, especially for little ones who have trouble slowing down. It not only features lovable and relatable characters, but it also encourages children to appreciate nap time and take a moment to rest. Not only that, but this book is also highly entertaining and funny, making it great fun to dive into.

What better way to learn about colors than through ice cream! Learn about red and orange and yellow and blue through different ice cream flavors and topics. Nom Nom Colors makes for great food for thought.

We love this book because it is such a fun and whimsical way to introduce colors to your child. It does a great job of balancing out education and fun. We also love that it introduces so much new vocabulary to your child and that the illustrations are kind of like a comic, with the characters peaking in word bubbles.

What are all these silly animals up to? Use the pictures to figure out and then lift the flap to see if you are right! You might just catch a tiger cooking up something special.

We love this book because it is so interactive and fun. It is structured as a guessing game, which makes it so engaging. It also is amazing for building skills like making predictions, drawing on prior knowledge, and using your imagination. This is a perfect read for anyone looking for a playful book.