Best Books for Sounds and Wordplay: Ages 0-2

You may hear some of your child's first words as you enjoy these simple books together.

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?

by Bill Martin

Exuberantly colored artwork and favorite animals make this rhythmic story the perfect introduction to looking and learning about colors.

Goodnight Moon

by Margaret Wise Brown

In this classic of modern children's literature, beloved by generations of readers and listeners, the quiet poetry of the words and the gentle, lulling illustrations combine to make a perfect book...

Mr. Brown Can Moo! Can You?

by Dr Seuss

Mr. Brown is an expert at imitating all sorts of noises.

Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes

Join Mike Wohnoutka's adorable animal friends as they sing along with this family favorite. Familiar rhythms and rhymes will introduce children to the sounds of language.

Sing and Read Storybook series

I SPY Little Book

by Jean Marzollo

The original "I SPY" book has been adapted for younger children. Rhyming riddles with picture clues in a sturdy board book format make this perfect for preschoolers. Full color.

I SPY Board Books series

Zoë Kashner is a freelance writer. Previously, she was an editor for Scholastic's READ 180 program, the reading intervention program for elementary, middle, and high school students. She was also the editor of The World Almanac for Kids.

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