71 Best Books For 4 Year Olds (2024)

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A clever mouse invents a scary gruffalo to avoid becoming dinner for a hungry fox, owl, and snake. But is the gruffalo even real? This rhyming read-aloud is perfect for preschoolers and won the prestigious British Smarties Prize. Sturdy pages and a cozy trim ensure it will be a favorite for storytime.

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This playful, imaginative story will leave children laughing and playing with their crayons in a whole new way. Debut author Drew Daywalt and New York Times bestseller Oliver Jeffers create a colorful solution to poor Duncan's problem: all of his crayons have quit! Each color has its own hilarious reason for no longer wanting to be used. What will Duncan do without his crayons? Find out in this charming book.

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Join Mr. Fish on a journey of self-discovery in this New York Times Best Seller. As he swims through the ocean with a permanent pout, his friends attempt to cheer him up. But will they succeed? Follow along and discover that there's more to life than being glum, all while enjoying playful rhymes and bright ocean colors in this fun fish story. Perfect for even the poutiest of readers.

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Join Pete the Cat in this fun and award-winning picture book that makes counting groovy! Pete is wearing his favorite shirt with four groovy buttons, but what happens when one falls off? Don't worry, Pete won't cry! Instead, he keeps on singing his song and counting down the buttons. This book is perfect for young readers who love music and counting. Plus, don't miss out on the free groovin' song!

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Get ready to sing and dance with the lowercase alphabet in this rhythmic and rhyming baby book. Follow the adventure of A, B, and C as they climb to the top of the coconut tree, only to be joined by the rest of the gang. But what happens when the palm tree can't handle the weight of all 26 letters? Find out in this delightful tale filled with attitude and humor.

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A heartwarming celebration of self-confidence and the bond between fathers and daughters, Hair Love tells the story of a dad learning to do his daughter's hair when mommy is away. Despite his struggles, he showers his daughter with love and affection, and learns to embrace the beauty of her natural hair. This tender and empowering book is perfect for anyone who wants to celebrate the love between fathers and daughters, and the joy of embracing and loving one's unique characteristics.

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Step into the imaginative world of a wild and mischievous boy who is transported to a land of wondrous creatures. In this story, Max becomes a king among the Wild Things, who were originally planning on having him for dinner. Adventure, friendship, and the power of imagination await you in this classic tale.

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A delightful and interactive book perfect for young readers and toddlers! Press the yellow dot on the cover and follow the instructions for an imaginative journey filled with surprises. With each page, children will be encouraged to press, shake, and tilt the book to see what happens next. A fun way to teach cause and effect, this unique picture book will keep kids giggling with delight as the dots multiply and change direction. Perfect for read-aloud fun for all ages, especially children ages 4-8.

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Animals and birds seek refuge in a bear's cozy cave to escape the cold. However, the dozing bear remains oblivious to their presence even after they've enlivened the place with tea and corn. It all goes awry when the uninvited guests turn it into a party and the bear unexpectedly wakes up. Find out what happens next!

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Young readers will love this classic tale of furry old Grover as he begs them not to turn the page, all to avoid the monster at the end of the book. But, what if the monster is Grover himself? A favorite among generations, this interactive Little Golden Book is now available in a larger format for even more lap-time fun.

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