Whether you’re looking for Valentine’s books for toddlers & preschoolers featuring popular children’s book characters or you’re looking for something new to read with your kids, check out this list of fun Valentine’s books for children, and families to share.
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Love is in the air! Valentine’s Day is such a great holiday to remind your kids just how much you love them. What better way to share your feelings than with some fun Valentine’s themed read-aloud time with your little ones?
This collection of Valentine’s Day books is amazing for teaching your kids about kindness, love, and appreciation for each other! A new Valentine’s Day Book is also a great gift idea if you are in need of one.
This post is all about the best Valentine’s Day Books for Toddlers
The Best Valentine’s Day Books for Toddlers & Preschoolers
1. Llama Llama I Love You
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In Llama Llama I Love You, little llama shows his friends and family how much he loves them with heart-shaped cards and lots of hugs. What could be sweeter than Llama Llama on Valentine’s Day?
2. Little Blue Truck’sValentines
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Join Little Blue Truck as he delivers Valentine’s Day cards to all his farm animal friends. But as Blue beeps along, he starts to wonder: will he get any cards of his own?
3. Love From The Very Hungry Caterpillar
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Celebrate love with the #1 New York Times Best-Selling title! Ring in Valentine’s Day—and love—with The Very Hungry Caterpillar!
4. Pete the Cat: Valentine’s Day is Cool
Pete the Cat thinks Valentine’s Day isn’t cool . . . until he realizes how many special cats there are in his life! Pete works hard to make valentines for everyone, and it turns out to be the grooviest Valentine’s Day ever.
5. My Fuzzy Valentines (Sesame Street)
It’s Valentine’s Day and Elmo has received an anonymous valentine. Who could have sent it? He checks with all of his friends and finds the answer right back where he started looking!
6. Happy Valentine’s Day, Mouse!
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Join Mouse as he celebrates Valentine’s Day with all the friends he loves.
7. The Berenstain Bears’ Valentine Party
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In this fun lift-the-flap story, join Sister Bear and her friends as they share lots of special messages. Lift the flap to see what each valentine says.
8. Biscuit’s Valentine’s Day
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It’s Valentine’s Day and Biscuit and the little girl have a lot of special deliveries to make. But when Biscuit smells a treat that silly puppy just can’t seem to help himself. How will the little girl show Biscuit how much she loves him? Pull back the big flaps in this heartwarming story to find out!
9. Happy Valentine’s Day, Curious George!
Just how much mischief can a curious little monkey get into when balloons, frosting, and glitter are involved? Fold-out flaps on each scene reveal lively surprises in this humorous celebration of friendship. Sparkly red foil shines on the cover and throughout the book.
Your curious little monkey will enjoy unfolding the flaps to join the fun!
10. I’ll Love You Till The Cows Come Home
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Love knows no bounds in this tender tribute to the depths of family love. For fans of Guess How Much I Love You—only funnier! This board book edition features sturdy pages and is just right for little ones. Makes a good stocking stuffer, baby shower, or Valentine’s Day gift.
11. Clifford’s First Valentine’s Day
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Clifford is a classic children’s book and is loved by many.
12. Love from the Crayons
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Ring in Valentine’s Day—and love—with the New York Times Best-Selling Crayons! This charming title featuring everyone’s favorite coloring crew is the perfect gift for that special someone on Valentine’s Day—or any day of the year.
13. I Heart You
This heartwarming book is a sweet affirmation of a parent’s love for their child. As the young animals try new things, their parents provide reassurance and snuggles.
14. Mirabel’s Missing Valentines
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When Mirabel’s valentines fall out of her bag on the way to school, the shy little mouse panics. But those lost cards brighten some days . . . before making their way back to her.
15. Lola Dutch I Love You So Much
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The curious and inspired Lola Dutch knows that when it comes to showing friendship and appreciation, there’s no such thing as too much. And maybe because of that, the thing Lola’s friends love the most is . . . LOLA DUTCH!
16. I Love You Like No Otter
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This book is filled with “punny ways” to say I love you, so if your child loves jokes, then this one is for them. And after reading together, you’ll have a whole variety of ways to share your love!
17. Moo-Moo, I Love You!
From the bestselling and beloved team behind I Wish You More, comes a moo-ving ode to the love between parent and child.18.
This post was all about the best Valentine’s Day Books for Toddlers and Preschoolers
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