Alphabet books are a far more enjoyable way for children to learn the alphabet than flash cards.<\/p>\n
Plus, seeing all the different objects and animals associated with letters helps strengthen their understanding of the sounds letters make and how letters are used to make words.<\/p>\n
And ABC books can just be plain fun. I love watching how a talented author and illustrator can take these building blocks of the English language and create something beautiful and original out of them.<\/p>\n
These eight books \u2014\u00a0a mix of classics and new releases \u2014\u00a0explore the alphabet in a creative way.<\/p>\n
no no 9780399545429 An Alphabet<\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/539875\/an-alphabet-by-oliver-jeffers\/ by Oliver Jeffers <\/p>\n
We\u2019ll read anything from Oliver Jeffers, and the youngest of readers are extra lucky to get a pared-down version of his bestselling picture book Once Upon an Alphabet<\/i><\/a>. The witty and alliterative text pairs with Jeffers\u2019s trademark whimsical illustrations. <\/p>\n 9781524792039 Mr. Boddington’s Studio: NYC ABCs<\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/599632\/mr-boddingtons-studio-nyc-abcs-by-mr-boddingtons-studio-illustrated-by-mr-boddingtons-studio\/ by Mr. Boddington’s Studio <\/p>\n From the illustrators at Mr. Boddington\u2019s Studio comes a charming alphabet book featuring the hallmarks of New York City \u2014 M for Metrocard, K for kitten in the bodega, and so on. For West Coast-lovers, don\u2019t miss San Francisco ABCs<\/i><\/a>, Chicago ABCs<\/i><\/a>, and Washington, DC ABCs<\/i><\/a> . <\/p>\n 9780525582281 A Little Book About ABCs<\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/575634\/a-little-book-about-abcs-leo-lionnis-friends-by-leo-lionni-leo-lionni-and-julie-hamilton\/ by Leo Lionni, illustrated by Leo Lionni and Julie Hamilton <\/p>\n Leo Lionni\u2019s classic collage-style artwork is showcased in this baby-friendly board book that\u2019s suited for read-alouds and independent browsing. Tiny mice tour the alphabet-filled landscape for an extra dose of cuteness. <\/p>\n 9780448445649 Eric Carle’s ABC<\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/300556\/eric-carles-abc-by-eric-carle\/9780448445649 by Eric Carle <\/p>\n Done in Eric Carle\u2019s signature bright colors and textures, each flap in this book opens to reveal an animal that corresponds with a letter of the alphabet. Perfect for the tiniest readers. <\/p>\n 9781588346506 A Is for All the Things You Are<\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/599578\/a-is-for-all-the-things-you-are-by-national-museum-of-african-american-history-and-culture-and-anna-forgerson-hindley\/ by Anna Forgerson Hindley and National Museum of African American History and Culture, illustrated by Keturah A. Bobo <\/p>\n This title from the National Museum of African American History and Culture is totally joy-affirming. Each letter coincides with a trait that children can explore as they grow, and the message inspires positive racial identity, diversity, and inclusion. <\/p>\n 9780553539295 ABC Dream<\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/253041\/abc-dream-by-kim-krans\/9780553539295\/ by Kim Krans <\/p>\n You\u2019ll love poring over this wordless, watercolor book as much as your kids do. With multiple items per page (the argyle A is adorned with an arrow-pierced apple), Kim Krans\u2019s meticulous, textured artwork is completely unique. <\/p>\n 9780394800301 Dr. Seuss’s ABC<\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/42996\/dr-seusss-abc-by-dr-seuss\/9780385372060\/ by Dr. Seuss <\/p>\n You can never go wrong with a Dr. Seuss classic. This zany compendium of characters (some real, some purely Seussian) makes for an indispensable alphabet book for every home library, available as both a picture book and a board book<\/a>. <\/p>\n 9780525554158 Animalphabet<\/i> https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/books\/600742\/animalphabet-by-julia-donaldson-illustrated-by-sharon-king-chai\/ by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Sharon King-Chai <\/p>\n