Our Favorite Children's Books of 2022
At our house, we read A LOT of children's books! So, as a fun way to wrap-up 2022, we want to share some of our favorite books from the past 12 months with you. We've included everything from board books to chapter books, so feel free to skim the list and see if any appeal to your family. We hope you enjoy!
Nolan's Picks: Board Books
(Nolan is 15 months old and loves books but has a very short attention span.)
MOO, BAA, LA LA LA!
By: Sandra Boynton
Publisher: Little Simon (1995)
Recommended Ages: 0+
Book Description:
A cow says MOO.
A sheep says BAA.
Three singing pigs say
LA LA LA!
Sandra Boynton’s wildly popular, Moo, Baa, La La La! features her lively and spirited text that introduces readers to animals and the noises they make. A quiet final spread begs the little ones and their caregivers to OINK!, SNORT!, QUACK!, and MEOW! in a noisy animal ending.
Why We Love it:
Simple, short text
Lots of animal sounds
Teaches babies and toddlers the names of animals and the sounds they make
Good for very short attention spans 😊
Halloween and Christmas versions also available
EVERYTHING IS MAMA
Author: Jimmy Fallon
Illustrator: Miguel Ordonez
Publisher: Feiwel and Friends (2017)
Recommended Ages: 0+
Book Description: Take a lighthearted look at the world from your baby's point of view as different animals try to teach their children that there are other words in addition to MAMA for familiar objects and activities.
Why We Love It:
Perfect for babies who experience separation anxiety when away from mom (Nolan 😊)
Introduces babies and toddlers to common words and helps them associate the words with their pictures
Where's My Nose?
Written By: Susan Ring
Illustrated By: Stephanie Peterson
Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap (2001)
Recommended Ages: 0+
Book Description:
Where's my nose?
Where's my nose?
I can see my fingers,
I can see my toes.
I know it's close 'cause it sniffs and blows,
but where's my nose?
Why We Love It:
Short, rhyming text that allows for interaction and sound effects
Introduces babies to body parts and other household concepts (furniture, clothes, etc.)
Mylar mirror at the end isn't super high-quality, but it still keeps baby's interest
Nolan's Picks: Sound Books
ABC and 123 Learning Songs
Illustrated By: Beatrice Costamagna
Publisher: Cottage Door Press (2017)
Recommended Ages: 0+
Book Description: Singing is learning and learning is fun! Toddlers and preschoolers can sing along with these popular learning songs in this fun songbook. Featuring a wooden inlay and sturdy construction, this book is sure to delight while teaching an appreciation for both music and together time. Come listen and sing along to children's favorites including Apples and Bananas, If Your Happy and You Know It, and The Ants Go Marching.
Why We Love It:
Includes 10 songs that are appropriate for a range of ages (Avery and Nolan approve)
Songs teach the alphabet, numbers, days of the week, months of the year, etc.
Great for long car rides and calming fussy babies 😅