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Book Lists

Book lists full of great books for children. Get picture books, chapter books, books for boys, and books for girls. Find a great book for your child to read.

Best Board Books to Own

August 18, 2026August 18, 2026 by valplowman
Pictures of the covers of the books listed in this list of great books for babies

Building your baby’s book collection? Here’s the definitive list of board books worth owning — the classics that survived years of chewing, tossing, and re-reading, plus new picks just added. …

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20 Fall Picture Books Kids Will Love

August 13, 2026August 13, 2026 by valplowman
Brinley holding We're Going on a Leaf Hunt

The best fall picture books for kids, from toddlers to elementary age. Cozy aututmn reads about apples, pumpkins, and falling leaves your family will want to read again and again. …

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Great Picture Books My Son LOVED

May 19, 2026May 19, 2026 by valplowman
Two boys reading a picture book together

Looking for picture books your son will actually love? This list shares engaging, boy-approved favorites filled with trucks, trains, dinosaurs, pirates, and adventure — perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and young …

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St. Patrick’s Day Books for Kids

March 12, 2025March 5, 2025 by valplowman
Child dressed in green wearing a leprechan hat

Picture Books and Chapter Books to Celebrate the Luck of the Irish with your kiddos! This is a simple way to celebrate the holiday this year. St. Patrick’s Day is …

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15 Heartwarming Valentine’s Day Picture Books for Kids

February 5, 2026February 10, 2025 by valplowman

Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day picture books for your little ones? Check out our list of 15 heartwarming stories about love, friendship, and kindness, perfect for celebrating the holiday …

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31 Chapter Books for PreTeens Ages 8-12

June 16, 2026January 8, 2025 by valplowman

Get a big list of great chapter books for tweens to read. There are fantasy books, fiction books, historical fiction books, and sci-fi books. These are great books for 8-12 …

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Thanksgiving Picture Books: Funny to Historically Accurate

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024 by valplowman
Thanksgiving Picture Books

27 Thanksgiving picture books your kiddos will love. Included are funny Thanksgiving picture books all the way to historically accurate books. We always love to have some books that we …

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Valerie Plowman

Valerie Plowman, known as "the Babywise Mom", is the happy mother of four children. She has been helping parents with their parenting concerns since 2007 and loves helping others absolutely love being a parent.

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