Great Books for 3 year olds

Need a gift for a three year old? These books are must-haves in every three year old's library!

Great Books for 3 year olds
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Need a gift for a three year old? These books are must-haves in every three year old's library!

This is a wonderful age to read your your child. Ask them questions about the character's emotions and if they can make connections to their own life.

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Vocabulary Builder: Richard Scarry's Best Word Book Ever

great pictures, new vocabulary, and tons of nostalgia

Richard Scarry's classic Best Word Book Ever is perfect for a bust three year old. This 70 page book is filled with whimsical pictures of familiar things. This is exactly the kind of book a child can get lost in.

Teaching Kindness: How Do Dinosaurs Learn to Be Kind? by Jane Yolen

lighthearted and teaches social skills

I love Jane Yolen's Dinosaurs series. These goofy books address real life social scenarios but replace the child with a dinosaur! If you like this one, make sure to check out the whole series.

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A Modern Classic: Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes by James Dean

this book has a musical version that kids will love!

Open your child up to the world of Pete the Cat. This simple rhythmic book has charmed children around the world. Join Pete as he explores the town and his white shoes change colors as he gets into all sorts of messes.

Build Confidence: Giraffes Can't Dance by Giles Andreae

A whimsical book about being true to yourself

This book is filled all of a three year old's favorite animals including elephants, monkeys, and of course giraffes! Follow Gerald as he longs to dance but feels embarrassed. Once he embraces himself he realizes that everyone is special in their own way. Get a hardcover version in your first month of Scholastic's OK Ready subscription. Includes 3 books, activities, and comprehension questions to discuss together. Get your box for as low as $25.99 with free 2 Day shipping.

Learn the Alphabet: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr and John Archambault

Is there a book more iconic for a three year old than Chicka Chicka Boom Boom? This rhythmic book will make your child fall in love with reading and lead to lots of fun story times together

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