There are so many wonderful books out there, but most of the award winning books are geared toward preschoolers or older kids. What about all those babies we like to read to? The Best Books For Babies group and website (bestbooksforbabies.org) puts together a best books list from each previous year. Among those involved with creating the group was the late Fred Rogers, aka "Mister Rogers," whose company, The Fred Rogers Company, continues to sponsor the "Best Books for Babies" effort.
The group is comprised of librarians and other early childhood experts. The group annually reads through hundreds of books before choosing the 10 best books for babies and toddlers. Here is the "Best Books for Babies 2012." All books were published in 2011 and are listed alphabetically along with comments from the selection committee.
A You're Adorable - Martha Alexander
From cuddly puppies to bright balloons, costumed kids to bouncy babies, this board book offers entertaining illustrations on every page to help parents sing the praises of their very own special someones.
ABC Kids - Simon Basher
Soft colors and simple lines make the pictures in this alphabet book perfect for “point-and-say” reading aloud to the very youngest listener; clever wordplay and unusual ideas keep things interesting and ensure that both parents and children will enjoy sharing the silliness as the years go by.
All of Baby, Nose to Toes- By Victoria Adler
In sweet pictures and cheerful rhymes a loving extended family celebrates all the wonderful features of their beloved baby.
Goodnight. Goodnight Construction Site- By Sherri Duskey Rinker
Although hard working through the day, even trucks need to rest. With drowsy rhyming text this is the perfect way to share the end of day with the very youngest truckers.
Little Chicken's Big Day- By Katie and Jerry Davis.
The loving bond between parent and child comes through loud and clear in this brisk, humorous look at a busy day that features cartoon style illustrations and a humorous repeated refrain.
Little Pookie- By Sandra Boynton
Counting down ten unique qualities of her darling child, the pig mama in this fun rhyming board book just might inspire readers to catalog their own baby’s quirks and charms.
My Face Book- Star Bright Books
Crisp clear photographs of babies—smiling, frowning, yawning, silly and serious—are sure to capture the attention of young listeners who’ll likely return again and again to study the delightfully diverse faces found in this slim board book.
First 100 Words- By Roger Priddy.
From the padded cover to the rounded pages and bright, clear illustrations, this collection of familiar objects, concepts and activities is perfectly designed to share with young listeners.
Orange Pear Apple Bear- By Emily Gravett
Gravett combines four simple words with amusing, energetic illustrations to create a playful book about seeing the world in creative ways (and tasting it too).
Red Sled- By Lita Judge
This almost wordless book reveals the unlikely nighttime adventures of a band of amusing animals who borrow a child’s sled to swoosh down hills in the snowy moonlight.
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