If you read my post about reading to your baby and early literacy, you know that it is important to start reading and talking to your baby from day one. You may be asking yourself, "Where do I start with books?" It is true - there are many books and the choices can be overwhelming. It is safe to say that just about any baby's or kid's book will be a great, but here are a few favorites that are geared towards your baby's age.
0-6 Months
Good books for this category involve faces, objects, and hearing sounds
Moo, Baa, La La La! by Sandra Boynton. This was one of Graham's first favorites. Moo, Baa, La La La offers first animal sounds, rhyming, rhythm, and fun illustrations.
Black & White by Tana Hoban. Infants love the contrast of black and white and familiar objects. This is a great one because it folds out accordion style. You can set it up on the floor while your baby has tummy time.
Hello, Baby by Begin Smart Books. I absolutely love the sturdiness of these books. Hello, Baby is a book about peek-a-boo that features lift the flap.
6-12 Months
Good books for this category involve touch and feel pictures and pictures of faces.
Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown. Goodnight Moon is the classic bed time story that is sweet and addictive. The illustrations will captivate your baby before they rest their heads.
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin Jr/Eric Carle. There is a new animal on each page. This classic book not only teaches animal recognition, but colors.
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr. I believe that this book played a large role in Graham learning his alphabet by 18 months. The entire alphabet is introduced in a fun, rhyming way that your baby will love for years to come!
These are just some highlights of classics and favorites of ours. I would love to know what some of your favorite books for babies are.
