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6 Books for Curious Preschoolers

March 7, 2017 by Justin

Since we have a little one on the way, I decided to get a head start and shop for some books that my son and I can read together over the next few years. I found some great options for curious toddlers and preschoolers. I like these books because they cover everyday things that children interact with and love to learn about. They’re simple—the kind of book you can go back to over and over again and never get bored.

Freight Train by Crews

Less is more. Modern illustrations and minimal text leave the door wide open for mom or dad to inject their own “choo choo” effects as the train barrels down the tracks toward its destination.

Amazing Airplanes by Mitton and Parker

Planning a trip? This fun book about airports and airliners will make your preschooler an expert before check-in. I would have loved this as a curious kid who was fascinated with the baggage-claim carousel.

City Signs by Milich

The title says it all. This book is nothing but phtographs of signs, signs, and more signs. Ever wonder how some kids figure out what they all mean before they can read?

Hands: Growing Up to Be an Artist by Ehlert

This very creative book focused on making things by hand has photographs that show raw materials, tools, and finished products of various crafts. It explains (in simple terms) how the object was made. A great learning tool!

Meet the Orchestra by Hayes

If you’re like a lot of parents, you probably play some classical music for your kids. This book identifies a wide range of musical instruments and the sounds they make. It’s perfect for reading while listening to your favorite compositions.

If Everybody Did by Stover

This one is a favorite among parents around our office. It answers that age-old question, “What would happen if everyone did that?” Silly illustrations teach valuable life lessons. A must-read for every child.

I’m looking forward to reading these books with my child to capture the many benefits of reading together. I hope my sharing them will help your family find many hours of enjoyable reading time.

Have book recommendations? I’d love to hear them! Drop them in the comments below.

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Filed Under: Successful Learning Tagged With: book list, books, early learning, language arts, oral reading, preschool, reading

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About Justin

Justin, who holds an MA in public relations and minored in education, was a writer and digital outreach coordinator at BJU Press for several years. He is committed to presenting the lifelong benefits of a biblical-worldview education. Justin enjoys volunteering at a local elementary school, where he and fellow church members teach Bible lessons to young children. Read more posts by Justin.

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  1. David says

    March 28, 2017 at 2:09 pm

    The book that made the biggest impression on me growing up was Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel by Virginia Lee Burton. Burton tells the story of Mike and his steam shovel — Mary Anne. She describes how this duo worked together to dig deep canals, cut mountain passes, and hollow out basements. But Mary Anne becomes obsolete as other more advanced earthmovers replace her. Mike stands by his animated friend, claiming she can “dig as much in a day as a hundred men can dig in a week.” Some might get lessons about hard work and ingenuity from this book, while others (like me) discovered the real treasure behind Burton’s story — making the best from a bad situation.

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