20 Best Books For Kindergarteners (2023 Update)

The #1 new york times bestselling children's book now available as a board book! as the sun sets behind the big construction site, all the hardworking trucks get ready to say goodnight. one by one, crane truck, cement mixer, dump truck, bulldozer, and excavator finish their work and lie down to rest–so they'll be ready for another day of rough and tough construction play! an unabridged board book for kids, this version of the bestselling and beloved goodnight, goodnight construction site book is perfect for small hands. even the roughest, toughest readers will want to turn off their engines, rest their wheels, and drift to sleep with this sweet and soothing story. vibrant illustrations and gentle rhyming text make this construction book for kids a surefire bedtime favorite. wildly popular children's and toddler books: since its debut more than a decade ago, goodnight, goodnight construction site and the series of books it launched have become beloved favorites of kids and parents alike, with millions of copies sold. this popular, timeless nighttime story continues to delight families everywhere! standout picture book: this delightful construction truck book is hailed by booklist, in its starred review, as "especially for those who like wheels with their dreams." perfect read-aloud: author sherri duskey rinker's sweet rhyming text and irresistible artwork by illustrator tom lichtenheld soothe little ones into a peaceful rest. this durable board book version is perfect for kids who can't get enough of trucks and construction stories, day or night! can't get enough of these tough trucks? many more titles in bestselling book series, including mighty, mighty construction site, construction site: road crew, coming through!, and three cheers for kid mcgear! are available now! perfect for: young truck, tractor, and construction fans emerging preschool and kindergarten readers gift for birthday, baby shower, and any occasion fans of books about vehicles like little blue truck, thomas the tank engine, and diggersaurs

From the bestselling learn-to-read program comes a brand-new set of books dedicated entirely to sight words kindergarten edition. sight words are common words that appear again and again in your children's reading material. knowing these words "by sight" is essential for reading fluency. children learn to easily recognize these words in bob books sight words. consistent short vowels and simple stories mean children sound out (decode) most of the story, and must memorize only three sight words per book. with plenty of repetition and context clues, your young reader will quickly master early sight words.

Get ready for school with these fun poems! includes a sheet of stickers! this adorable picture book celebrates all the familiar milestones and moments shared by every single kindergartener. whether it's the first-day-of-school jitters or the hundredth-day-of-school party, every aspect of the kindergarten experience is introduced with a light and funny poem–not to mention charming illustrations.

A new york times bestseller! a confident little boy takes pride in his first day of kindergarten, by the newbery honor-winning author of crown.the morning sun blares through your window like a million brass trumpets.it sits and shines behind your head–like a crown. mommy says that today, you are going to be the king of kindergarten! starting kindergarten is a big milestone–and the hero of this story is ready to make his mark! he's dressed himself, eaten a pile of pancakes, and can't wait to be part of a whole new kingdom of kids. the day will be jam-packed, but he's up to the challenge, taking new experiences in stride with his infectious enthusiasm! and afterward, he can't wait to tell his proud parents all about his achievements–and then wake up to start another day. newbery honor-winning author derrick barnes's empowering story will give new kindergarteners a reassuring confidence boost, and vanessa brantley-newton's illustrations exude joy.

It teaches a child letter sounds with bob books set 1 with four letters in the first story children can read a whole book. consistent new sounds are added gradually until young readers have read books with all letters of the alphabet except q. short vowels and three-letter words in simple sentences make bob books set 1 a fun confidence builder. with little books come big success.

This rhyming, brightly illustrated book is the perfect way to practice the alphabet and to introduce young children to kindergarten.it's the first day of kindergarten and miss bindergarten is hard at work getting the classroom ready for her twenty-six new students. meanwhile, adam krupp wakes up, brenda heath brushes her teeth, and christopher beaker finds his sneaker. miss bindergarten puts the finishing touches on the room just in time, and the students arrive. now the fun can begin! "multifaceted and appealing, this book can be enjoyed in many ways, at home and at school." –the new york times book reviewfor readers of kindergarten, here i come and the night before kindergarten.

Step one: find a story. step two: find a reading buddy. (someone nice.) step three: find a reading spot. (couches are cozy.) now: begin.accomplished storytellers kate messner and mark siegel chronicle the process of becoming a reader: from pulling a book off the shelf and finding someone with whom to share a story, to reading aloud, predicting what will happen, and—finally—coming to the end. this picture book playfully and movingly illustrates the idea that the reader who discovers the love of reading finds, at the end, the beginning.

A beautiful hardcover edition of the new york times bestselling interactive picture book from the creator of press here! with the graphic intensity of eric carle, the interactive fun of poke-a-dot books, and the humor of the day the crayons quit but with a vision all his own, hervé tullet invites readers to mix it up in a dazzling adventure of color and tones, filled with magic and wonder. follow the artist's simple instructions, and suddenly colors appear . . . mix . . . splatter . . . and vanish in a vivid world powered only by the reader's imagination. the result is not only enchantment and giggles, but a real and deeper understanding of colors brought by a true master of his craft. just as in his mega-selling classic press here, tullet sets readers on an extraordinary journey of color, motion, and interactivity. is the perfect gift book for parents and kids to cherish and read again and again, as well as an invaluable teaching tool for preschool and kindergarten classrooms. award-winning book: a junior library guild selection, a buzzfeed best book of the year, a pbs parents best picture book, an acl distinguished book, and selected as a best book of the year by chicago public library. an innovative, interactive way to teach kids about color: each delightful page turn mixes colors and teaches kids basic color theory. kids will giggle as they mash, smoosh, and mix up colors as they participate in the story. an educational gift: the gorgeous graphic visuals make this interactive learning book an irresistible choice for gift-giving with the educational aspect as an appealing bonus. stimulates creativity & imagination: celebrate the magic of three simple colors transforming into an entire rainbow of possibilities. a tour-de-force of imagination that mixes the whimsical minimalism of duck! rabbit! with the graphic intensity readers have come to love in tullet's unique books for toddlers. perfect for: the millions of children and adults who love hervé tullet and his wonderful books, including press here, let's play!, and say zoop! fun and interactive read-aloud book for families or small groups toddlers, preschoolers, and early readers ready to learn about combining colors in a fun and imaginative way children's art programs fans of the dot by peter h. reynolds; brown bear, brown bear by eric carle; a color of his own by leo lionni; and other books about color and creativity

Celebrate diversity and inclusion with this new york times bestselling picture book about a school where all are welcome look under the jacket for a poster, and don't miss the fold-out page at the end of the book. follow a group of children through a day in their school, where everyone is welcomed with open arms. a school where kids in patkas, hijabs, and yarmulkes play side-by-side with friends in baseball caps. a school where students grow and learn from each other's traditions and the whole community gathers to celebrate the lunar new year. all are welcome lets young children know that no matter what, they have a place, they have a space, they are welcome in their school. "this is a must-read for pre-school and elementary classrooms everywhere. an important book that celebrates diversity and inclusion in a beautiful, age-appropriate way." – trudy ludwig, author of the invisible boy and quiet please, owen mcphee "penfold and kaufman have outdone themselves in delivering a vital message in today's political climate."–kirkus, starred review "a lively, timely picture book."–booklist "a great read-aloud selection to start the year and revisit time and again." –school library journal

Perfect for nervous/excited kids about to go to kindergarten (and their parents!). this engaging adaptation of "the twelve days of christmas" convinces parents and children alike that there is no place cooler than a kindergarten classroom. – on the first day of kindergarten, there's so much to do! from making new friends to jumping rope in gym to riding the bus to school, there are lots of exciting firsts to look forward to. – even though saying good-bye to mom and dad is hard, when the school bus pulls up, it's time to begin kindergarten fun. – share at home along with such books as clover kitty goes to kittygarten and kindergarten, here i come! tish rabe is a seasoned children's book author with over 160 titles, including ones for sesame street and curious george, under her belt. like natasha wing with the night before christmas, rabe puts a novel spin on a first-day-of-school classic with on the first day of kindergarten. – and don't miss the follow-up: on the first day of first grade!

Get ready for kindergarten with this innovative activity workbook, featuring a fresh approach to developing essential skills for school readiness and success. power up kids' kindergarten skills! filled with fun puzzle-based activities including ever-popular hidden pictures, this kindergarten activity book offers 256 pages of age-appropriate practice covering the alphabet, sight words, handwriting, counting, patterns, opposites and more fundamental skills. developed with teachers and aligned with kindergarten curriculum standards, this workbook will help kindergartners get excited to learn! imaginative puzzles, silly poems and colorful illustrations create positive learning experiences for little ones while keeping them engaged for hours. this big kindergarten workbook also includes tips for grown-ups to help guide kids through each activity and maximize learning. with a wide variety of activities like mazes, matching games, that's silly scenes and scavenger hunts, there's something for every learning style. the activities mix and match skills and puzzle types to create a fresh approach to school readiness and success. plus, the book includes an adorable certificate to reward kids when they've finished all the pages. the kindergarten big fun workbook is a family choice award winner, pal (play advances language) award winner, a parents' choice recommended book and a pal top ten pick.

The longest-running picture book on the new york times bestseller list, now available in a board book! press the yellow dot on the cover of this interactive children's book, follow the instructions within, and embark upon a magical journey! each page of this surprising touch book instructs the reader to push the button, shake it up, tilt the book, and who knows what will happen next! children and adults alike will giggle with delight as the dots multiply, change direction, and grow in size! especially remarkable because the adventure occurs on the flat surface of the simple, printed page, this unique interactive picture book about the power of imagination and interactivity will provide read-aloud fun for all ages! this interactive board book teaches kids how to interact with the world around them – perfect as a read aloud book for preschool or bedtime surprising and fun, hervé tullet's adventures are great for the whole family – press here, mix it up!, let's play!, and say zoop! collect all four interactive books from hervé tullet. – additional categories for this children's book include: books for toddlers – classic picture books

The new york times bestseller that celebrates the dreams, acceptance, and love that parents have for their children . . . now and forever. this is the perfect heartfelt gift for kids of all ages, plus a great choice for baby showers, birthdays, graduations, and other new beginnings! from brave and bold to creative and clever, emily winfield martin's rhythmic rhyme expresses all the loving things that parents think of when they look at their children. with beautiful, lush illustrations and a stunning gatefold that opens at the end, this is a book that families will love reading over and over. the wonderful things you will be has a loving and truthful message that will endure for lifetimes and makes a great gift to the ones you love for any occasion.

Give your child a smart start with what your preschooler needs to know designed for parents to enjoy with children, filled with opportunities for reading aloud and fostering curiosity, this beautifully illustrated anthology offers preschoolers the fundamentals they need to prepare for a happy, productive time in school—and for the rest of their lives. hundreds of thousands of children have benefited from the acclaimed core knowledge series, developed in consultation with parents, educators, and the most distinguished developmental psychologists. in addition to valuable advice for parents, such as what it means for a child to be ready for kindergarten, special sidebars throughout the book help parents make reading aloud fun and interactive, suggesting questions to ask, connections to make, and games to play to enrich their preschooler’s learning experience. inside you will discover – favorite poems and rhymes—all beautifully illustrated, to be read and recited together, from robert louis stevenson’s “at the seaside” to limericks by edward lear and tongue twisters by jack prelutsky, plus fun “clap along!” and “fingerplay” verses that parents and children can act out together – beloved stories and fables—stories such as “the three little pigs” and the african folktale “why flies buzz” will open whole new worlds of learning and discovery – visual arts—beautiful full-color reproductions of classic works that foster early appreciation of art history while igniting discussions about shapes, colors, and different styles and media – music—dozens of songs to sing and dance to, including such “move around” songs as “head and shoulders, knees and toes” and “the wheels on the bus” – history—a delightful introduction to american history, from the first thanksgiving to martin luther king, jr., with activities and stories parents and children can enjoy together – science—from exploring the wonder of animals to the physical properties of light, air, and water—fun activities that will let children observe, experience, and enjoy the natural world

Workbook features: – ages 5-6, kindergarten- 256 pages, about 8 inches x 10 1/2 inches – trace and write letters and sight words- learn to count money and tell time- poster and 120 stickers included – focused practice: carson dellosa's complete book of kindergarten workbook helps kindergarteners learn and enhance essential reading, writing, and math skills through fun and engaging learning activities that prep students for first grade success. – what's included: this workbook includes full-color practice pages covering time, money, letters of the alphabet, writing skills, and more through letter tracing, writing, and math activities. an inspirational poster and stickers are also included. – how it works: students trace and write letters and sight words, count money and numbers on a clock, and more through interactive activities and games. the full-color pages feature clear, step-by-step instructions to follow along with each new task. – working together: parents love using this workbook for added practice from home, and teachers love incorporating it into hands-on learning activities. use the motivational stickers to reward students on a job well done after completing each activity. – why carson dellosa: for more than 40 years, carson dellosa has provided solutions for parents and teachers to help their children get ahead and exceed learning goals. carson dellosa supports your child's educational journey every step of the way.

Learning to read is the essential skill every child needs. reading eggs is the award-winning reading program that makes learning essential reading and phonics skills fun and motivating for young children. the kindergarten program builds skills in phonics, phonological awareness, handwriting, and reading comprehension, as well as high-frequency sigh words.more than 10 million children have learned to reading using the reading eggs program. it is a proven program that boosts reading skills in just 15 minutes a day. with 60 easy-to-follow, self-paced lessons, this book covers 240 essential skills your child needs to achieve reading success.

Beginning readers will love this warm introduction to all the excitement and uncertainty of starting kindergarten! it's sam's first day of kindergarten, and he's not so sure what to expect. sam's teacher, ms. tate, takes the class on a nature walk, and at the very end, everyone gets to show off what they found! sam makes new friends when he helps everyone find interesting things for show-and-tell.on the first day of kindergarten, everyone is new at school–including sam. kindergartners and kindergartners to be will relate to sam's worries and be reassured by how well his day goes.the team that wrote and illustrated the i can read favorites the best seat in first grade and the best seat in second grade knows how to create a gentle, believable, sweet story that helps kids explore their emotions and reflect on their own experiences.the best seat in kindergarten is a my first i can read book, which means it's perfect for shared reading with a child. books at this level feature basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations, ideal for sharing with emergent readers. the active, engaging stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.

Beginning readers will love this warm introduction to all the excitement and uncertainty of starting kindergarten! it's sam's first day of kindergarten, and he's not so sure what to expect. sam's teacher, ms. tate, takes the class on a nature walk, and at the very end, everyone gets to show off what they found! sam makes new friends when he helps everyone find interesting things for show-and-tell.on the first day of kindergarten, everyone is new at school–including sam. kindergartners and kindergartners to be will relate to sam's worries and be reassured by how well his day goes.the team that wrote and illustrated the i can read favorites the best seat in first grade and the best seat in second grade knows how to create a gentle, believable, sweet story that helps kids explore their emotions and reflect on their own experiences.the best seat in kindergarten is a my first i can read book, which means it's perfect for shared reading with a child. books at this level feature basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations, ideal for sharing with emergent readers. the active, engaging stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.

A hilarious step 2 reader about starting at a new school! david is the new kid at school, and is worried about fitting in. steve is not worried about fitting in, and tells david, "just do what i do and you will be great!" but when david listens a little too well, steve has a bona fide copycat on his hands! join the brothers from how not to start third grade, how not to babysit your brother, and how not to run for class president for a new adventure…from younger brother steve's perspective! zany antics and plot twists will feel relatable and fun in this hilarious reader. step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. they are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

A hilarious step 2 reader about starting at a new school! david is the new kid at school, and is worried about fitting in. steve is not worried about fitting in, and tells david, "just do what i do and you will be great!" but when david listens a little too well, steve has a bona fide copycat on his hands! join the brothers from how not to start third grade, how not to babysit your brother, and how not to run for class president for a new adventure…from younger brother steve's perspective! zany antics and plot twists will feel relatable and fun in this hilarious reader. step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. they are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.