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SJPL Picks: Books for Toddlers

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Fun books to share with your toddler, selected by SJPL Librarians

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Bear Has A Belly

Bear Has A Belly

by Whittingham, Jane

Book - 2022

Repetitive, rhythmic text celebrates the body parts that humans and animals have in common. Large photographs feature animals and children of diverse backgrounds and abilities, focusing on a different body part each time. Repetitive, rhythmic text celebrates the body parts that humans and animals have in common. Large photographs feature animals and children of diverse backgrounds and abilities, focusing on a different body part each time. Show less

Repetitive, rhythmic text celebrates the body parts that humans and animals have in common. Large photographs feature animals and children of diverse backgrounds and abilities, focusing on a different body part each time. Repetitive, rhythmic text celebrates the body parts that humans and animals have in common. Large photographs feature animals and children of diverse backgrounds and abilities, focusing on a different body part each time. Show less

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The Rainbow Snail

The Rainbow Snail

by Åkesson, Karin

Book - 2023

Blue like the raindrops. Green like the soft grass. Yellow like the warm sun. This is the story of how the rainbow snail came to be. It takes sun and rain to make a rainbow, and what better combination of colors could there be? Blue like the raindrops. Green like the soft grass. Yellow like the warm sun. This is the story of how the rainbow snail came to be. It takes sun and rain to make a rainbow, and what better combination of colors could there be? Show less

Blue like the raindrops. Green like the soft grass. Yellow like the warm sun. This is the story of how the rainbow snail came to be. It takes sun and rain to make a rainbow, and what better combination of colors could there be? Blue like the raindrops. Green like the soft grass. Yellow like the warm sun. This is the story of how the rainbow snail came to be. It takes sun and rain to make a rainbow, and what better combination of colors could there be? Show less

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After the Buzz Comes the Bee

After the Buzz Comes the Bee

Lift-the-flap Animal Sounds

by Isadora, Rachel

Book - 2022

Buzz! Ribbit! Oink! Quack! Lift the flap to find the animals that are making all the noise! Buzz! Ribbit! Oink! Quack! Lift the flap to find the animals that are making all the noise! Show less

Buzz! Ribbit! Oink! Quack! Lift the flap to find the animals that are making all the noise! Buzz! Ribbit! Oink! Quack! Lift the flap to find the animals that are making all the noise! Show less

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Bing! Bang! Chugga! Beep!

Bing! Bang! Chugga! Beep!

by Martin, Bill

Book - 2023

This old car has been everywhere from the backyard to the sky, from the hills to the water. Bouncing between the mud in the ground and the clouds up high, the old car is loved by a clever young child. This old car has been everywhere from the backyard to the sky, from the hills to the water. Bouncing between the mud in the ground and the clouds up high, the old car is loved by a clever young child. Show less

This old car has been everywhere from the backyard to the sky, from the hills to the water. Bouncing between the mud in the ground and the clouds up high, the old car is loved by a clever young child. This old car has been everywhere from the backyard to the sky, from the hills to the water. Bouncing between the mud in the ground and the clouds up high, the old car is loved by a clever young child. Show less

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What My Daddy Loves

What My Daddy Loves

by Figueroa, Raissa

Book - 2023

Capturing a child's perspective and infused with gentle humor, Raissa Figueroa's tender, insightful look at fathers is an irresistible ode to the bond between daddies and the children they love. Capturing a child's perspective and infused with gentle humor, Raissa Figueroa's tender, insightful look at fathers is an irresistible ode to the bond between daddies and the children they love. Show less

Capturing a child's perspective and infused with gentle humor, Raissa Figueroa's tender, insightful look at fathers is an irresistible ode to the bond between daddies and the children they love. Capturing a child's perspective and infused with gentle humor, Raissa Figueroa's tender, insightful look at fathers is an irresistible ode to the bond between daddies and the children they love. Show less

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Wild One

Wild One

by Whittingham, Jane

Book - 2017

Rhyming text and illustrations describe a day in the life of an energetic little girl and the animal playmates of her imagination. Rhyming text and illustrations describe a day in the life of an energetic little girl and the animal playmates of her imagination. Show less

Rhyming text and illustrations describe a day in the life of an energetic little girl and the animal playmates of her imagination. Rhyming text and illustrations describe a day in the life of an energetic little girl and the animal playmates of her imagination. Show less

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Boop!

Boop!

by Birdsong, Bea

Book - 2023

There are so many snoots to boop! Snoots attached to big dogs and little dogs and dogs with beards and those without. Are you ready to boop ALL the snoots? There are so many snoots to boop! Snoots attached to big dogs and little dogs and dogs with beards and those without. Are you ready to boop ALL the snoots? Show less

There are so many snoots to boop! Snoots attached to big dogs and little dogs and dogs with beards and those without. Are you ready to boop ALL the snoots? There are so many snoots to boop! Snoots attached to big dogs and little dogs and dogs with beards and those without. Are you ready to boop ALL the snoots? Show less

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My Moms Love Me

My Moms Love Me

by Membrino, Anna

Book - 2022

Perfect for reading aloud with its rhyming, rhythmic text, this picture book finds two mommies sharing a perfect day with their little one, from visiting animals on a farm to bedtime snuggles. Perfect for reading aloud with its rhyming, rhythmic text, this picture book finds two mommies sharing a perfect day with their little one, from visiting animals on a farm to bedtime snuggles. Show less

Perfect for reading aloud with its rhyming, rhythmic text, this picture book finds two mommies sharing a perfect day with their little one, from visiting animals on a farm to bedtime snuggles. Perfect for reading aloud with its rhyming, rhythmic text, this picture book finds two mommies sharing a perfect day with their little one, from visiting animals on a farm to bedtime snuggles. Show less

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Up, Up, Up, Down

Up, Up, Up, Down

by Gee, Kimberly

Book - 2019

Illustrations and easy-to-read text follow a baby and father through a day filled with ups and downs, ons and offs, and plenty of fun. Illustrations and easy-to-read text follow a baby and father through a day filled with ups and downs, ons and offs, and plenty of fun. Show less

Illustrations and easy-to-read text follow a baby and father through a day filled with ups and downs, ons and offs, and plenty of fun. Illustrations and easy-to-read text follow a baby and father through a day filled with ups and downs, ons and offs, and plenty of fun. Show less

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Red House, Tree House, Little Bitty Brown Mouse

Red House, Tree House, Little Bitty Brown Mouse

by Godwin, Jane

Book - 2019

In this rhyming story, a young mouse makes her way around the world, introducing colors with vehicles and more. In this rhyming story, a young mouse makes her way around the world, introducing colors with vehicles and more. Show less

In this rhyming story, a young mouse makes her way around the world, introducing colors with vehicles and more. In this rhyming story, a young mouse makes her way around the world, introducing colors with vehicles and more. Show less

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Show Me Happy

Show Me Happy

by Allen, Kathryn Madeline

Book - 2015

Big photos and simple text help toddlers learn about emotions, actions and other important concepts. Big photos and simple text help toddlers learn about emotions, actions and other important concepts. Show less

Big photos and simple text help toddlers learn about emotions, actions and other important concepts. Big photos and simple text help toddlers learn about emotions, actions and other important concepts. Show less

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Blue Cat

Blue Cat

by Ryan, Charlie Eve

Book - 2019

A young cat goes about its very cat-like day when a sound in the distance sparks an exploration. A young cat goes about its very cat-like day when a sound in the distance sparks an exploration. Show less

A young cat goes about its very cat-like day when a sound in the distance sparks an exploration. A young cat goes about its very cat-like day when a sound in the distance sparks an exploration. Show less

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Where Is Bear?

Where Is Bear?

by Bentley, Jonathan

Book - 2017

A little boy and his best friend - an actual bear - go on a search for a teddy bear before bedtime. A little boy and his best friend - an actual bear - go on a search for a teddy bear before bedtime. Show less

A little boy and his best friend - an actual bear - go on a search for a teddy bear before bedtime. A little boy and his best friend - an actual bear - go on a search for a teddy bear before bedtime. Show less

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One Shoe Two Shoes

One Shoe Two Shoes

by Hart, Caryl

Book - 2019

Introduces colors and the numbers one to ten as increasing numbers of mice explore a wide variety of shoes. Introduces colors and the numbers one to ten as increasing numbers of mice explore a wide variety of shoes. Show less

Introduces colors and the numbers one to ten as increasing numbers of mice explore a wide variety of shoes. Introduces colors and the numbers one to ten as increasing numbers of mice explore a wide variety of shoes. Show less

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Beehive

Beehive

by Hurley, Jorey

Book - 2020

Watch a hive of bees collect pollen, make honey, and defend their nest. Watch a hive of bees collect pollen, make honey, and defend their nest. Show less

Watch a hive of bees collect pollen, make honey, and defend their nest. Watch a hive of bees collect pollen, make honey, and defend their nest. Show less

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Bird, Balloon, Bear

Bird, Balloon, Bear

by Na, Il Sung

Book - 2017

A shy bird wants to become friends with a bear, but the bear already has a friend--a big, red balloon. A shy bird wants to become friends with a bear, but the bear already has a friend--a big, red balloon. Show less

A shy bird wants to become friends with a bear, but the bear already has a friend--a big, red balloon. A shy bird wants to become friends with a bear, but the bear already has a friend--a big, red balloon. Show less

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B Is for Baby

B Is for Baby

by Atinuke

Book - 2019

One morning after breakfast, Baby’s big brother is getting ready to take the basket of bananas all the way to Baba’s bungalow in the next village. He’ll h...Show more One morning after breakfast, Baby’s big brother is getting ready to take the basket of bananas all the way to Baba’s bungalow in the next village. He’ll have to go along the bumpy road, past the baobab trees, birds, and butterflies, and all the way over the bridge. But what he doesn’t realize is that his very cute, very curious baby sibling has stowed away on his bicycle. Show less

One morning after breakfast, Baby’s big brother is getting ready to take the basket of bananas all the way to Baba’s bungalow in the next village. He’ll h...Show more One morning after breakfast, Baby’s big brother is getting ready to take the basket of bananas all the way to Baba’s bungalow in the next village. He’ll have to go along the bumpy road, past the baobab trees, birds, and butterflies, and all the way over the bridge. But what he doesn’t realize is that his very cute, very curious baby sibling has stowed away on his bicycle. Show less

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Big Bear, Small Mouse

Big Bear, Small Mouse

by Wilson, Karma

Book - 2016

A big bear and a small mouse discover all of the opposites between their animal friends. A big bear and a small mouse discover all of the opposites between their animal friends. Show less

A big bear and a small mouse discover all of the opposites between their animal friends. A big bear and a small mouse discover all of the opposites between their animal friends. Show less

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Big and Little

Big and Little

A Story of Opposites

by Pilgrim, Cheryl

Book - 2019

Two dogs--one big, and one little--approach the same outdoor adventure in very different ways. Two dogs--one big, and one little--approach the same outdoor adventure in very different ways. Show less

Two dogs--one big, and one little--approach the same outdoor adventure in very different ways. Two dogs--one big, and one little--approach the same outdoor adventure in very different ways. Show less

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Egg

Egg

by Henkes, Kevin

Book - 2017

Three little birds crack their way out of eggs and fly away, leaving one egg sitting all alone until the three chicks come back and discover a friendly baby alligator has finally hatched. Three little birds crack their way out of eggs and fly away, leaving one egg sitting all alone until the three chicks come back and discover a friendly baby alligator has finally hatched. Show less

Three little birds crack their way out of eggs and fly away, leaving one egg sitting all alone until the three chicks come back and discover a friendly baby alligator has finally hatched. Three little birds crack their way out of eggs and fly away, leaving one egg sitting all alone until the three chicks come back and discover a friendly baby alligator has finally hatched. Show less

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Chooky-doodle-doo

Chooky-doodle-doo

by Whiten, Jan

Book - 2015

Two little chooky chicks pulling at a worm. Clucky cluck, worm’s stuck. What should chookies do? Two little chooky chicks pulling at a worm. Clucky cluck, worm’s stuck. What should chookies do? Show less

Two little chooky chicks pulling at a worm. Clucky cluck, worm’s stuck. What should chookies do? Two little chooky chicks pulling at a worm. Clucky cluck, worm’s stuck. What should chookies do? Show less

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Good Night Like This

Good Night Like This

by Murphy, Mary

Book - 2016

A gentle bedtime story showing all the different ways animal families say goodnight. A gentle bedtime story showing all the different ways animal families say goodnight. Show less

A gentle bedtime story showing all the different ways animal families say goodnight. A gentle bedtime story showing all the different ways animal families say goodnight. Show less

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Plant the Tiny Seed

Plant the Tiny Seed

by Matheson, Christie

Book - 2017

Plant a seed to watch it grow. Press on the cloud to make it rain. Jiggle the book to scatter the seeds. Interactive text teaches very young children how flowers sprout and mature. Plant a seed to watch it grow. Press on the cloud to make it rain. Jiggle the book to scatter the seeds. Interactive text teaches very young children how flowers sprout and mature. Show less

Plant a seed to watch it grow. Press on the cloud to make it rain. Jiggle the book to scatter the seeds. Interactive text teaches very young children how flowers sprout and mature. Plant a seed to watch it grow. Press on the cloud to make it rain. Jiggle the book to scatter the seeds. Interactive text teaches very young children how flowers sprout and mature. Show less

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Big Bug

Big Bug

by Cole, Henry

Book - 2014

Beginning with a bug, various objects are revealed as being big and small in comparison with other objects on a farm under the big, big sky. Also available as a board book. Beginning with a bug, various objects are revealed as being big and small in comparison with other objects on a farm under the big, big sky. Also available as a board book. Show less

Beginning with a bug, various objects are revealed as being big and small in comparison with other objects on a farm under the big, big sky. Also available as a board book. Beginning with a bug, various objects are revealed as being big and small in comparison with other objects on a farm under the big, big sky. Also available as a board book. Show less

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Colors

Colors

by Rotner, Shelley

Book - 2019

A red fire truck races, orange pumpkins glow, and purple flowers bloom in vivid pictures of familiar things that inspire children to look more carefully at their environment. A red fire truck races, orange pumpkins glow, and purple flowers bloom in vivid pictures of familiar things that inspire children to look more carefully at their environment. Show less

A red fire truck races, orange pumpkins glow, and purple flowers bloom in vivid pictures of familiar things that inspire children to look more carefully at their environment. A red fire truck races, orange pumpkins glow, and purple flowers bloom in vivid pictures of familiar things that inspire children to look more carefully at their environment. Show less

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