Our 10 Favorite Books For A 1 Year Old
I recently shared with you some of Mazy’s favorite toys and while writing that post, I started to think about what some of Mazy’s favorite books have been. To be honest, some of Mazy’s favs have been the books that were hand-me-downs from my sister-in-law. Books that have now seen better days after Mazy has used them, but books that she continually picks up to look at.
On a few different occasions, I have had people comment to me about how good it is to have my child look at books and to read to her. All of these incidences have happened while waiting in the doctor’s office (we have spent a LOT of time there in her 15 months of life), and it has been interesting to hear what people have to say. Typically it is from a well-seasoned mom who comments how good it is to read to kids. To allow them to explore books.
I typically took those comments and didn’t think much about them, but the older Mazy gets, the more I see the value of reading books to kids. Of course Mazy doesn’t really sit long enough for me to read to her (mom, does that sound familiar?), but she has picture books with words under them, that have taught her about the everyday things in life. It has been through her books, that she learned what a hand is. What a strawberry is. What a horse is. Granted these are things I can show her in “real” life, but she seems to pick up on it quicker in a book. Who would have thought?
And of course, who could go wrong with multiple doggy books? Our daughter cannot get enough of dogs, so indeed, we even bought her an Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds book.
I understand that if you have multiple children, it is very difficult to sit down and read a book with them because either one child doesn’t like the book the other one chose, it isn’t age appropriate, or they all just don’t have the attention span. And can I just say time? Time is hard to come by with multiple because they would maybe rather play with blocks or throw dirt. Mazy is our only and so I fully admit, it is easier to sit down and look at books with her. I recognize that.
Though, if you are looking for some fun books to have your baby or early toddler look at and read, here are a few books that we have really enjoyed having in our home and that Mazy has enjoyed all the more:
Another touch n’ feel book, but it is also fun to read. It’s one of those books that you may find yourself rehearsing while in the shower, but that just means it’s that catchy of a book!Toes, Ears, Nose
A lift-the-flap book, but teaches a child about all of the basic body parts. The best one is the belly button – Mazy now thinks that “lifting the flap” means lifting up people’s shirts to find their belly button. THANKS BOOK! I always have some explaining to do after she does this to people!
Who would have thought that a book with little ladybugs would be such a hit! I’ve heard many other children love this book too. Who knew?
Old MacDonald: Finger Puppet Book
A book Mazy has loved from day one! I often get comments about this book and fun it looks. Mazy would agree.
This children’s Bible, Mazy loves for me to read. The cover of course gets her, but the simple stories make it easy for her to sit still for a few. Start ’em early!
I know that there are 1,000s of AMAZING children’s books out there! I mean who can forget Goodnight Moon, Brown Bear Brown Bear, and those classics? I just wanted to share with you some of Mazy’s favorites and maybe some books that may not have heard of. So if you are looking for a good baby shower gift or a new book that your own child might like, these might be worth giving a try. You can always check your local library too!
What was YOUR favorite childhood book?
