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Becoming a Big Kid
Books for Becoming a Big Kid
Books for Becoming a Big Kid – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
11,100 books
0–3 yrs
7811 books
4–7 yrs
3274 books
8–11 yrs
378 books
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Chapter Books
(4982)
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(1176)
Early Readers
(369)
Poetry
(153)
Graphic Novels
(106)
Board Books
(71)
Young Adult
(52)
Middle Grade
(47)
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
George In the Dark
written and illustrated by Madeline Valentine
For the child who feels small when the lights go out, this gentle story shows how even a little boy can find big courage
Ages 3–7
How to Be a Cat
Nikki McClure
For the curious toddler watching a grown-up to learn how the world works, this quiet book celebrates the bond between a
Ages 2–5
See Me Play
Paul Meisel
For the child taking their first brave steps into reading, these playful pups build confidence through simple, rhythmic
Ages 4–6
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12–18 yrs
65 books
Please and Thank You Book
Richard Scarry
For the child learning to navigate the world with kindness, this classic guide uses the playful citizens of Busytown to
Ages 2–5
Ready for School (A Golden Little Look-Look Book)
Michael Berenstain
For the child feeling nervous about their first day, this comforting guide uses Sister Bear to walk through exactly what
Ages 3–6
Love
Matt de la Peña
Lyrical text and comforting images celebrate the presence of love in everyday moments, from the very beginning of life t
Ages 4–8
Thirteen ways of Looking at a Black Boy
Tony Medina
For children needing to see themselves and their peers honored in the beauty of everyday moments, from city strolls to s
Ages 6–10
Harry and the Dinosaurs
More Adventures with Harry and the Dinosaurs
Ian Whybrow
For the child who finds magic in their toy box, these gentle stories celebrate how imagination makes everyday chores and
Ages 3–7
Alice the Fairy
David Shannon
Alice is a Temporary Fairy who can cast all sorts of spells, though she is still working on the magic that makes messy c
Ages 3–7
The Llama Who Had No Pajama: 100 Favorite Poems
Mary Ann Hoberman
Whimsical rhymes celebrate the small wonders of the world, from the wishes of children to the habits of ducks and the si
Ages 4–8
Hope at Sea: An Adventure Story
Daniel Miyares
For the child who longs to see where their parents go during the day and dreams of proving their own strength and capabi
Ages 4–9
New Baby #4
You and Me
Rachel Fuller
For the child adjusting to a new sibling. This gentle book explores the shifting dynamics and big feelings that come wit
Ages 1–4
Beware of the Storybook Wolves
Lauren Child
For the child who needs a bit of humor and cleverness to face their nighttime fears and outsmart the scary things under
Ages 4–8
Island Boyz: Short Stories
Graham Salisbury
For the young person navigating the transition to adulthood while seeking a sense of place and heritage within their fam
Ages 10–14
How Jimmy Learned to Love Broccoli
Antonia Ivanova
Jimmy discovers the green side of the dinner plate in this gentle picture book about trying new things.
Ages 3–7
Barfburger Baby, I Was Here First
Paula Danziger
For the older sibling who feels replaced by a messy, crying new baby. This humorous story validates the 'gross' side of
Ages 4–8
Fly, Chick, Fly!
Jeanne Willis
For the child who feels safer staying where things are familiar rather than trying something new or scary.
Ages 3–7
Small Elephant
Small Elephant's Bathtime
Tatyana Feeney
Small Elephant is determined to stay dry, but Mommy has a few clever tricks up her sleeve to turn the bathtub into a pla
Ages 2–5
Jamie and Angus #2
Jamie and Angus Together
Anne Fine
For the child who finds magic in their favorite stuffed friend, these gentle stories celebrate the deep bond and quiet a
Ages 5–8
I Wanna #1
I Wanna Iguana
Karen Kaufman Orloff
Alex wages a persistent and hilarious campaign to get a pet iguana, trading notes with his mom to prove he has what it t
Ages 4–8
Emma Gets Braces!
Baron D. Hall
For the child who is nervous about getting braces or feeling self-conscious about their changing smile.
Ages 7–11
Little Cliff #2
Little Cliff's First Day of School
Clifton L. Taulbert
Little Cliff is terrified of his first day, but Mama Pearl provides the steady encouragement he needs to step into the c
Ages 4–8
Babar and the New Baby
Laurent de Brunhoff
Babar and Celeste have a surprise for the residents of Celesteville as their royal elephant family grows with the arriva
Ages 3–7
Say Please, Little Owlet
Victoria Carlton
A little owl with very bad habits learns how much better life can be when he remembers to use his manners and say please
Ages 2–5