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25 Best Books for Babies and Toddlers 2025

Introduce your little ones to the magic of reading with our hand-picked selection of the best books for babies and toddlers in 2025. This guide features a diverse collection of engaging stories and captivating illustrations perfect for tiny hands and growing minds. From interactive board books that encourage early learning to enchanting picture books that spark imagination, discover the perfect literary treasures to share and cherish with your little one. We've curated this list with the newest releases and timeless classics to ensure you find the ideal stories to nurture a lifelong love of reading.

By Molly Breckenhood

Updated July 5, 2025

Overview

Introduce your little ones to the magic of reading with our hand-picked selection of the best books for babies and toddlers in 2025. This guide features a diverse collection of engaging stories and captivating illustrations perfect for tiny hands and growing minds. From interactive board books that encourage early learning to enchanting picture books that spark imagination, discover the perfect literary treasures to share and cherish with your little one. We've curated this list with the newest releases and timeless classics to ensure you find the ideal stories to nurture a lifelong love of reading.

Our picks

The Best Interactive Board Book for Baby's First Year: Dear Zoo 25th Anniversary Edition, $5.00

The Most Imaginative Picture Book for Toddlers: Gruffalo: Where Are You, $14.69

The Best Book to Teach Colors and Shapes: Opposites, $12.99

The Best Classic Tale for Story Time: Blueberries for Sal by Robert McCloskey, $9.54

The Best Sensory Book for Tactile Exploration: Touch & Feel Animals Stroller Book, $7.99

The Most Soothing Bedtime Story for Sweet Dreams: Goodnight Moon Padded Board Book, $5.73

The Best Book for Developing Emotional Intelligence: Antiracist Baby, $15.07

The Best Board Book for Baby's First Library: Animals Everywhere: A Lift, Look, and Find Book, $16.99

In this guide

Interactive Board Books for Tiny HandsPicture Books for Toddler ImaginationBooks That Teach Early ConceptsClassic Tales for Little OnesBooks with Sensory FeaturesBedtime Stories for Sweet Dreams

Interactive Board Books for Tiny Hands

Engaging board books with interactive elements perfect for baby's early development and sensory exploration.

Animals Everywhere: A Lift, Look, and Find Book

$16.99

Introduce your little one to the wonders of the animal kingdom with this interactive board book! "Animals Everywhere" features sturdy lift-the-flaps, perfect for tiny fingers to explore. This engaging book encourages sensory exploration and early learning, making it a delightful choice for developing minds and a fun addition to any baby's library.

Picture Books for Toddler Imagination

Enchanting picture books to spark imagination and introduce toddlers to storytelling and vibrant illustrations.

Books That Teach Early Concepts

Books focusing on colors, shapes, numbers, and the alphabet, ideal for early learning.

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