2021’s Hottest Children’s Books!

 

Roy Digs Dirt by David Shannon

For Children 0- 5

This delightful book centres on a dog named Roy who loves dirt! Spending all his time playing in dirt, Roy is devastated when he finally has to have a bath!

 

Little Happy Dreamer by Peter H. Reynolds

For Children 0-5

This book celebrates reaching for the stars! This is an empowering message that reminds children that they can achieve anything.

 

Macca the Alpaca by Matt Crosgrove

For Children 0-5

Macca the alpaca faces a mean, bullying llama in this exciting picture book.

 

Things to consider when choosing a book for an infant as per Liggo (2018):

• Solid colours or high contrast (black and white)
• Clear, simple drawings/photos
• Books that label objects
• Books with pictures of faces
• Touch and feel books
• Books with rhymes and songs

Liggo, M. (2018). Babies and books – A guide for new parents. Simmons College Library and Information Services. Retrieved February 1, 2021 from https://simmonslis.libguides.com/c.php?g=792243&p=5667375