56 Best Kids' Books to Add to Your Family Library

Ages: up to 3 years

My toddler is allotted three books to be read to him at bedtime and he often requests this book be read three times. It's the perfect length for two year olds and sends a message that parents will always believe in their kids, no matter what other's say.

Ages: 3-7 years

At surface level the book is beautifully illustrated. It tells a tale of the meaning of sibling relationships and what is important.

Ages: 4-7 years

Aaron Slater is a magnificent artist, but when it comes to reading and writing he struggles. Come along as he tells a unique story despite his dyslexia. The book is even written in a dyslexia-friendly font for readers that may have similar learning differences to Aaron.

Ages: 4-8 years

Calling all car lovers! This book is filled with tons of fun cars from the Museum of Modern Art.

Ages: 2-3 years

If your little one is a doctor in the making they will love this book. Each page is interactive, activities include bandaging, soothing, tickling, and snuggling!

Ages: 3-5 years

Follow along two siblings as they play in slimy, gloopy, messy mud together! The book is fun to read aloud.

Ages: up to 3 years

If you often hear "one more book" every night, you know how important it is to keep things interesting (for both you and your child), which is why Moonlight Prance is such a hit. It's interactive and fun. Kids can even enjoy it without a narrator!

Ages: 1-3 years

Sometimes it's important to teach the basics. This book not only discourages biting, but it also outlines all of the things they can do. Teeth are for smiling, after all!

Ages: 3-5 years

Another interactive book from Hervé Tullet that kids will love to engage with. It will become one that gets read over and over...for better or worse!

Ages: 2-7 years

Join Lottie as she overcomes her fear of the swimming pool with her imaginary friend, Walter, who happens to be a giant walrus. You will find yourself humming the song that Walter sings in moments of stress.

Ages: 3-8 years

Presidential inaugural poet Amanda Gorman wrote this inspiring picture book about what happens when our voices join together.

Ages: 2-6 years

Readers will fall in love with Gustavo on his quest to find friendship despite being painfully shy. Luckily, he overcomes his fears. Beautifully written and illustrated, this book is great for Halloween and year round!

Ages: 3-5 years

The obsession with balls starts in babyhood and it never really ends. This book includes all of the favorite sports balls and even has some unexpected characters: matzah balls!

Ages: 2-5 years

Hey, sometimes we don't have the best day, and that's okay! Grumpy Monkey validates children's feelings of unhappiness without trying to fix it.

Ages: 2-3 years

Whacky cars, a fun storyline, and Goldbug is hidden on every page to keep little toddlers to older kids thoroughly engaged.

Ages: 2-4 years

Kids will love taking out the knife to pretend to chop all the veggies for this delicious taco recipe.

Ages: 1-5 years

Enjoy reading about the planet and the book's clever design turns into a globe once you are done.

Ages: 5-8 years

Young readers will love getting introduced to a young boy named George and all of his nighttime friends.