Best Books for Babies

The story details the cycle of life by chronicling the experiences of a young son and his mother throughout the course of the boy's life, and describing the exasperating behaviour exhibited by him throughout his youth. In spite of her occasional aggravation caused by her son's behaviour, the mother nonetheless visits his bedroom nightly to cradle him in her arms, and sing a brief lullaby promising to always love him. After her son enters adulthood and leaves home, his elderly mother occasionally sneaks into his bedroom at night to croon her customary lullaby. However she gradually grows old and frail, and her grown son visits his feeble, sickly mother for the final time. When he first arrives, his mother tries to sing her lullaby to him, but she is too weak to finish. He then cradles her in his arms and sings an altered rendition of her lullaby in reciprocation of the unconditional love that she had shown him throughout his life, vowing to always love her in return. After returning home in a scene implying the death of his mother, he cradles his newborn daughter and sings his mother's signature lullaby for her, implying that the cycle will continue.

Celebrate 20 years of Bobo and his friends in this special anniversary edition of the much-loved family favourite!Ever feel like you need a hug? A really big hug from someone who loves you? That's how Bobo, the little chimp in this classic first story book, feels. Walking through the jungle he passes lots of creatures enjoying a cuddle together: elephants, chameleons, lions, giraffes, hippos - even the snakes have got someone special to squeeze. But poor Bobo is alone. Will he ever find the hug he needs? Using only three words throughout the book, this simple, endearing story is told through Jez Alborough's gorgeous, detailed artwork.

Brave bear hunters go through grass, a river, mud, and other obstacles before the inevitable encounter with the bear forces a headlong retreat.

Winner of the 1963 Caldecott Medal, Keats' story of a young boy experiencing the year's first snowfall has delighted millions of readers. Peter, The Snowy Day's protagonist, wakes up to the season’s first snowfall. In his bright red snowsuit, he goes outside and makes footprints and trails through the snow. Peter is too young to join a snowball fight with older kids, so he makes a snowman and snow angels and slides down a hill. He returns home with a snowball stashed in his pocket. Before he goes to bed, Peter is sad to discover the snowball has melted. The next day, he wakes up to tons more falling snow. With a friend, he ventures outside again.

On their way to the beach for a picnic the Pig family encounters almost every kind of transportation vehicle imaginable--and imaginary.

In this book with your little eye, take a look and play I spy - so starts the classic story from best-selling author/illustrator team, Janet and Allan Ahlberg. Each Peach Pear Plum introduces favourite fairy tale characters, such as Tom Thumb and The Three Bears and, with a poem on each page hinting as to what is hiding in the picture, children are encouraged to participate and follow the story themselves. Now available in digital format, this well-known favourite truly is a modern classic.

Pop-up and pull-the-tabs of this heart-warming story of love between Little and Big Nutbrown Hares.

A shy hippo makes a big impact in this anniversary edition of a Sandra Boynton classic. A hog and a frog cavort in the bog. But not the hippopotamus. A cat and two rats are trying on hats. But not the hippopotamus. The original But Not the Hippopotamus was an instant favorite among children and parents. Now this hilarious Boynton book is back in a Special 30th Anniversary Edition, complete with its silly rhymes and humorous, charming illustrations. In this simple, playful board book, a shy hippo watches as other animals engage in social activities. Finally, the other animals invite the hippo along and, after dithering a moment, she leaps into the fun...with hilarious results. The repetitive, enjoyable rhythm, cheerful mood, and well-crafted, simple rhymes will endear this story to toddlers everywhere. This anniversary edition has an enlarged trim size and metallic ink on the cover, making this Boynton classic even more special.

No matter how hard he pleads and begs, the pigeon is not supposed to drive the bus while the driver is away, but pigeon tries every persuasive trick a young child knows to get you to say "Yes."

The moon, wind, rain, and a variety of animals celebrate the special occasion that is the birth and individuality of a child.

Darkness is falling and everywhere little ones are growing sleepy and being tucked into bed. Sleep tight!

"Where are baby's hands? Under the bubbles...where are baby's eyes? under her hat!"

Children see a variety of animals, each one a different color, and a teacher looking at them.

A toy bear in a department store wants a number of things, but when a little girl finally buys him, he finds what he has always wanted most of all.

Each animal arriving from the zoo as a possible pet fails to suit its prospective owner, until just the right one is found. Movable flaps reveal the contents of each package.

An assortment of animals on a boat take a bath, put on their pajamas, brush their teeth, and exercise before going to bed.

A lift-the-flap book revealing what you can find in a barn, in a sty, under a hen, and more. On board pages.

The modern classic that proves no color is finer, now available as a board book. Full color.

The colors of the rainbow jump off the page in this colorful celebration of the Easter season. Young readers will love learning about colors along with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this delightful board book filled with the joyful art of Eric Carle.

Little ones can learn the names of body parts while keeping their own fingers busy with lift-the-flaps in this classic and bestselling novelty board book by Marion Dane Bauer and illustrated by Karen Katz. Inside my mittens I’ve got… fingers! Babies are bundled under mountains of clothes! Young readers can lift the flaps to reveal what’s under each item of clothing—toes, ears, and nose! This chunky board book with easy-to-lift board flaps that lay flush to the page are perfect for parents and children to share, and the large size of this peekaboo book makes it a winner at story times.

** Mr. Brown is an expert at imitating all sorts of noises. ** goodreads: Moo moo! Hoo hoo! Cock-a-doodle-doo! Oh, the wonderful sounds Mr. Brown can do. Now see if you can do them too! This fabulous book is ideal for teaching young children all about noises!

Goodnight to each of the objects in the great green room: the chairs, a comb, and the air.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • OVER 11 MILLION COPIES SOLD! The timeless children's classic full of interactive fun that’s been baby’s first book for generations. A perfect gift for new babies, baby showers, and more! For generations, Pat the Bunny has been creating special first-time moments between parents and their children. One of the best-selling children’s books of all time, this classic touch-and-feel book offers babies a playful and engaging experience promoting all five senses, all the while creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Babies and toddlers will love exploring their senses on every interactive page by: · Patting the soft, velvet faux fur of the bunny · Playing “peek-a-boo” with a soft cloth fabric · Smelling the flowers scented with baby powder · Seeing themselves reflected in the mirror · Feeling Daddy’s scratchy sandpaper beard · Reading a mini book within the book · Putting their finger through Mummy’s ring Complete with easy-to-turn, spiral bound pages for little hands, Pat the Bunny is sure to become a treasured family favorite.