It’s so SO important to read to our babies every single day! But, I’m sure I’m not the only mom who has ever gotten tired of reading the same book over and over again.
When the books are dumb and full of fluff, they are hard to stomach a million and one times a day. I LOVE when books are cute, catchy and have an amazing message for our sponge-like littles.
These books are perfect for your babies and young toddlers. Plus, they’d be amazing gifts at a baby shower or for a first birthday celebration. They will teach our next generation love, kindness, acceptance and other positive messages.
*If you didn’t know, you can always look books up on YouTube for a view inside the book. There are millions of read-aloud videos that take you through the whole book and will help you decide if you want to buy it for your own home.
Uplifting Books
One of These is Not Like the Others
by Barney Saltzberg
Moral of the Story: We are all different, but we can celebrate our differences and still accept each other.
123s of Thankfulness
by Patricia Hegarty
Moral of the Story: It’s easy to show gratitude and kindness and can make all the difference in someone else’s life.
Giraffes Can’t Dance
by Giles Andreae and Guy Parker-Rees
Moral of the Story: Everyone is different, so we should embrace our own differences, and have confidence and self-esteem.
Little Blue Truck
by Alice Schertle
Moral of the Story: We should be kind and careful not to be self-centered. “A lot depends on a helping hand from a few good friends.”
Kindness Makes Us Strong
by Sophie Beer
Moral of the Story: This book teaches kindness, inclusion and caring.
On the Night You Were Born
by Nancy Tillman
Moral of the Story: It teaches your child how loved and important they are.
Found
by Salina Yoon
Moral of the Story: It’s important to do the right thing, even when it’s hard. Also, it’s good to passing our treasures to someone else that once brought us joy.
No Matter What
by Debi Gliori
Moral of the Story: You’ll always love your baby, no matter what.
ABCs of Kindness
by Patricia Hagerty
Moral of the Story: This one is FULL of short, important messages about kindness and love.
I Like Myself!
by Karen Beaumont
Moral of the Story: Love yourself, regardless of what anyone else says! You have the power to control how you feel about yourself.
For more book recommendations, browse through my favorite inclusive and diverse baby books.
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