Favorite Books for Reading to Babies and Toddlers: A Parent's Guide

Growing your child's literacy skills starts from day one. What better way to do this than through the love of reading? This article will explore some of the most loved books for both babies and toddlers. Let's dive into the world of parenting books and discover the best books to foster a lifelong love of reading.

Parenting Books

As a parent, you want to be well-equipped with the best advice on how to nurture your child. Here are some highly-recommended parenting books:

Parenting Beyond Belief: How Not to Be Discouraged When Raising Your Child
by Dale McGowan NurtureShock: New Thinking about Children
by Po Bronson and Ashley Merryman How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk
by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish How to Talk So Kids Can Learn: Helping Your Child Achieve Their Full Potential
by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish

Engaging Baby and Toddler Books

For your little ones, the right book can be a magical companion. Board books and touch-and-feel books are wonderful for babies and toddlers, fostering both touch and storytelling skills. Take a look at the amazing collection on TukTukPost. This site offers high-quality, engaging books that are perfect for early childhood development.

I recently found a hand puppet book on TukTukPost, and it's a great way to engage my daughter in reading. The website is not very old, but it’s certainly genuine and worth a visit. Their collection includes a wide variety of books that can help keep your child engaged, rather than turning to a mobile device.

For toddlers, you can find some really wonderful board books and touch-and-feel books that are perfect for your child's age. I came across an amazing collection on TukTukPost, and I’m planning to purchase more from them and recommend them to other parents. If you're interested, you can check them out on their Facebook page.

Personalized Books

To make reading even more engaging, personalized children's books are a fantastic option. I got my son a personalized children's book that has his name on it, and it's been his favorite. These custom books not only make reading more engaging but also serve as wonderful gifts. You can find these at

Some of my favorite books to read to my children, both when they were very small and now, are:

Board books with colorful and wonderful illustrations. We enjoyed books illustrated by Cyndy Szekeres. Original Mother Goose books, which are full of classic and cheerful illustrations. "The Monster at the End of This Book" by Jon Stone. This classic book is still available and has been updated. Ordinary Amos and the Amazing Fish
by Tony Mitton and Ant Parker. This book is a big little golden book that is perfect for children and adults alike. Little ones love the story and the illustrations, but the message is profound and meaningful for all ages. I introduced this book to my sister-in-law, who used it as the basis for a Sunday School lesson in her adult class!

These books are not just for entertainment; they are tools for building a strong foundation in literacy and creating lasting memories.