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Rhyming Books for Kids
Is Your Mama a Llama? by Deborah Guarino
Lloyd the llama is looking for his mama. "Is your mama a llama?" he asks a bat, a swan, a cow, a seal, and a kangaroo. In this favorite, whimsical rhyming story, riddles help Lloyd the baby llama guess what kind of animal everyone's mama really is. But it's his friend Lyn the llama that finally leads Lloyd to the answer he most longs to hear. Get it her on Amazon.
I Can Do It Too! by Karen Baicke
A quick, sweet rhyming story that encourages self-confidence and independence. Daddy pours juice without even thinking about it, Grandma bakes a cake effortlessly, and the next-door neighbor rides a bike as if he were born on one! I Can Do It Too! affirms a little girl's growing independence as she, too, can begin to do all the things she sees her parents, relatives and neighbors. Get it here on Amazon.
Fun Dog Sun Dog by Deborah Heiligman
Kids will enjoy the rhyming story about this mischievous dog. This book is perfect for your pet theme or for your animal-loving kids. Tinka is a sweet dog, a treat dog, a jumping-up-to-greet dog. A fun dog, a sun dog, a run-and-run-and-run dog. Meet Tinka, a dandy, sandy golden retriever, and the boy who loves her as they spend a busy, dizzy day at the beach. Get it here on Amazon.
Dance a jig with a silly pig. Play leapfrog with a silly dog. And that's just the beginning of all the fun Silly Sally meets all kinds of animals on her way to town in this silly rhyming story. Get it here on Amazon.
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin and John Archambault
In this fun book the letters of the alphabet are in a race to see who can get up the coconut tree first. Kids love the bright illustrations and fun rhymes. Get it here on Amazon.
Moo Baa La La La by Sandra Boynton
Moo Baa La La La always makes me laugh. There is something about the facial expressions her animals always have that crack me up and let’s be honest if the book is good for the adult reading it, it’s always a plus. Super bright colors on each page is a huge plus for my baby girl as I flip the pages, and even though she doesn’t get the humor yet she will soon enough and it’s a book that will grow with her. Get it here on Amazon.
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle
A big happy frog, a plump purple cat, a handsome blue horse, and a soft yellow duck--all parade across the pages of this delightful book. The reader is left wondering what’s next with each turn of the page. Get it here on Amazon.
This book reinforces the connection between two things, i.e. ice cream and cone, dog and bone, in rhyming couplets. Filled color-bursting illustrations, “We Go Together!” is sure to bring a smile to your face.This book reinforces the connection between two things, i.e. ice cream and cone, dog and bone, in rhyming couplets. Filled color-bursting illustrations, “We Go Together!” is sure to bring a smile to your face. Get it here at Amazon.
Giraffes Can’t Dance by Giles Andreae
Gerald just wants to dance, but all the other animals make fun of his efforts at the annual Jungle Dance. Gerald hangs his head and leaves. Luckily a wise cricket appears with a word of encouragement that gets Gerald dancing again. Get it here on Amazon.
Madeline by Ludwig Bemelmans
There is something about the resilience of young Madeline that has made this book endure the test of time. Encompassing themes of order and obedience, compassion and empathy, and a little girl’s livelihood and fearlessness. Get it here on Amazon.
Each Peach Pear Plum by Janet and Allan Ahlberg
This book introduces children to several familiar fairytale characters and invites them to play an “I Spy” game on each page. Rhyme, repetition, playfulness and incredible illustrations make this an easy favorite. Get it here on Amazon.
Llama Llama Red Pajama by Anna Dewdney
A sweet book that is perfect for bedtime, Dewdney uses her beloved llama character and rhyming text to address nighttime separation anxiety between a child and his mother. Get it here on Amazon.
My Granny Went to Market by Stella Blackstone
A spectacular mix of culture, geography, counting and of course rhyming, this book follows a grandmother on her trip around the world to acquire different items.
How Big is a Pig? by Clare Beaton
Follow a chipper pig around the farm as he discusses opposites by comparing different animals. After pages of remarkable felt artwork, you find out exactly how big the pig is! Get it here on Amazon.
Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss
Green Eggs and Ham is a wonderful story about a quirky character named Sam I Am who spends the story persuading a doubter to try some of his green eggs and ham. Kids love this story and it is filled to the brim with silly rhymes that gets everyone giggling. Get it here on Amazon.
Rhyming Dust Bunnies by Jan Thomas
We simply couldn’t keep this book on the shelf at the library. It is a HUGE favorite. The Rhyming dust bunnies love to rhyme and one named Bob who can’t seem to get the hang of it at all. But in the end Bob saves them all from a terrible fate. Get it here on Amazon.
The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson
This is the story of a mouse and a monster called a Gruffalo. The mouse invents a terrible sounding creature to save itself from being eaten while on a walk in the woods. Imagine the surprise when the little mouse meets the actual Gruffalo. Get it here on Amazon.
Every animal in the animal kingdom sits in a seat that rhymes with their name. Cats sit on mats and hares sit on chairs, but frog doesn’t want to sit on a log. Get it here on Amazon.
A bestselling story about a boy who loves berries and a bear who rhymes setting out on a berry picking adventure. Get it here on Amazon.
Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson
The witch and her cat are happily flying through the sky on a broomstick when the wind picks up and blows away the witch’s hat, then her bow, and then her wand! Luckily, three helpful animals find the missing items, and all they want in return is a ride on the broom. But is there room on the broom for so many friends? And when disaster strikes, will they be able to save the witch from a hungry dragon?
So rhythmic and full of fun. Room on the Broom is a great text to explore number concepts as well as rhyme. It also has a lovely message about helping others and what makes a good friend.
Duck in the Truck by Jez Alborough
When duck’s truck gets stuck in the muck, his friends try to get him out. I have complete attention from my preschoolers as we wait and see if duck’s friends can get him out of the muck! Get it here on Amazon.
Sheep in the Jeep by Nancy Shaw
The sheep are in a jeep on a hill that’s steep! What a silly adventure that we love to laugh through. Get it here on Amazon.
Do Ants Wear Pants? by Gabrielle Grice
This fun and endearing book will quickly have kids asking questions and encourage them to be curious about everything. The adorable rhymes ask all kinds of questions about animals like "do pigs wear wigs?" and "do bees have knees?" and they might even make up some fun animal rhymes of their own. Get the book here on Amazon.
Mrs. McNosh Hangs Up Her Wash by Sarah Weeks
Mrs. McNosh has taken the dreary chore of hanging up the laundry and giving it a silly new "spin" in this funny story. Kids will be giggling and squealing along as they discover all the absurd things Mrs. McNosh hangs on her washing line and perhaps want to offer a hand next time you do the laundry. Sarah Weeks is an acclaimed writer. Get it here on Amazon.
Free to Be Elephant Me by Giles Andreae
Giles Andreae is the acclaimed name behind "Giraffes Can't Dance" and brings you another fantastic rhyming book about being yourself. Elephants compete in front of the king to be given a special name but one little elephant is left behind. Learn how he rises above and shows off his uniqueness for all to see in this wonderful rhyme book. Get it here on Amazon.
Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown
Goodnight Moon is a nostalgia-filled kindergarten bedtime classic from famed children's author Margaret Wise Brown. Kids will quickly learn to read along with the simple rhyme and short verse. The classic style of illustration is comforting and the story even features some of their favorite nursery rhyme characters. Get it here on Amazon.
Pete The Cat and The Missing Cupcakes by Kimberley and James Dean
Pete the Cat and all his crazy adventures are a staple among kindergartners. Whether he is having a pizza party, wearing new shoes, or finding missing cupcakes, Pete is a rhyming pal that every preschooler loves. Serve these favorite rhymes with a cupcake on the side and kids will be begging for more! Get it here on Amazon.
Chester van Chime Who Forgot How to Rhyme by Avery Monsen
This is one of the more complex rhyme books as it is about a boy who has forgotten how to rhyme. Rhyming couplets are never completed and it is up to kids to help Chester think of the word he is looking for. This is great to work on their predictive skills and comprehension skills while they enjoy the silly story. Get it here on Amazon.
There's a Dinosaur in the Toilet! by Horace Huges
Friendship comes in all shapes and forms, and even a dinosaur in your toilet could prove to be a worthy friend! Teach kids about loneliness and kindness through this hilarious rhyming story accompanied by beautifully detailed illustrations. Get it here on Amazon.
I Went Walking by Sue Williams
I Went Walking is written in a similar style and rhyme as Brown Bear, Brown Bear. Besides the rhyming words, I really like how Julie Vivas included clues on the page so kids can guess which animal the child will see when the page is turned. Get it here on Amazon.
The bright colors, fun backward counting and rhyming patterns made Ten Little Fish a favorite at our house. {I think I have it memorized.} The author, Audrey Wood, is one of our favorites for sure!
I Love You Through and Through by Bernadette Rossetti Shustak
I Love You Through and Through was not only a favorite of my oldest son for MANY months, but also a favorite of mine. I think it’s important for our kids to know that we will love them no matter what. Even if they’re happy or sad, silly or mad. Get it here on Amazon.
In this buoyant rhyming romp, words are mysteriously missing. Someone’s swapped Marlow’s smile for a crocodile. It has clever and bright artwork, and children need to add the final clues together to solve this silly rhyme crime. Rhyme Crime will become the reader’s favorite in no time. Get it here on Amazon.
Chicken Soup with Rice by Maurice Sendak
This warmly loved classic rhyming book cleverly uses a boy’s love for the soup to teach kids the months of the year. It includes Maurice Sendak’s lyrical verses and imaginative illustrations. Who says you can only eat chicken soup in freezing December and Cold January? Get it here on Amazon.
How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight? by Jane Yolen
How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight? tells us how dinosaurs do things, like what do they do when they are sick, and other things that people like us do. Get it here on Amazon.
Down by the Bay is a book that makes children sing, encouraging even the youngest child’s speech and listening skills. This board book is perfect for early learning! Get it here on Amazon.
I Spy Letters by Jean Marzollo
I Spy Letters is great for toddlers and preschoolers – they can search photos from the book to help them learn the alphabet. Get it here on Amazon.
Nursery Rhymes (Kate Toms Series)
Nursery Rhymes is a wonderful new collection of favorite nursery rhymes combined with beautiful, hand-stitched illustrations. Get it here on Amazon.
Clap Your Hands by Lorinda Bryan Cauley
Clap Your Hands will have little ones stomping, wiggling, and roaring, as the rhyming text reinforces important concepts. Get it here on Amazon.
One Duck Stuck by Phyllis Root
One Duck Stuck: A Mucky Ducky Counting Book is perfect for kids learning to count. This counting book not only contains bright bold illustrations but also has lots of sound effects that children will love to replicate. Get it here on Amazon.
Over in the Meadow: A Nursery Counting Rhyme by Lilian Obligado
Over in the Meadow: A Nursery Counting Rhyme is a great way for little kids to practice their numbers with some nice nursery rhymes. Get it here on Amazon.
Jesse Bear, What Will You Wear? by Nancy White Carlstrom
Jesse Bear, What Will You Wear? is a delightful book for young children everywhere. It’s a simple book that describes Jesse Bear’s activities from morning to bedtime. Get it here on Amazon.
Hickory Dickory Dock by Keith Baker
Hickory Dickory Dock is a beautiful adaptation of the familiar nursery rhyme “Hickory Dickory Dock”. As a huge grandfather clock strikes each hour from one o’ clock in the afternoon to midnight, a different animal passes by, and the mouse has a funny interaction with each of them. Get it here on Amazon.
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