Gab is fascinated by animals after we have him a big book about animals. He loves looking at the pictures and reading the names and the facts about each animal. It is really fun reading it with him because at the same time, I get to learn new things too.
Here are some books about animal which are great for 3-5 years old. Actually they are just as good for older kids too.
My Big Animal Book (My Big Board Books) – This book is perfect for beginner readers. It contains photos and names of adorable animals. Not much of a reading material but it’s great for helping kids identify animals and building vocabulary. It’s a board book so it’s sturdy and safe even for babies.
DK Encyclopedia of Animals – Geared for older kids, this book is a classic. Beautiful pictures in a page layout that can WOW readers of all ages. It’s A-Z encyclopedia offers children fascinating insight into the behaviors, biology, and environments of their favorite animals.
National Geographic Animal Encyclopedia: 2,500 Animals with Photos, Maps, and More! – A more kid friendly format, the National Geographic Animal Encyclopedia has high quality pictures, big text and a colorful layout. It features 2,500 species and packed with stunning color photographs, amazing animal facts, maps, and more. A must-have for every young scientists.
The Animal Book – by Steve Jenkins is a color-rich cut- and torn-paper artwork book with more than three hundred animals. Sections such as “Animal Senses,” “Animal Extremes,” and “The Story of Life” burst with fascinating facts and infographics. Kids would love animals and art in this book.
The Animal Book – The Animal Book is like an updated to the DK’s The Animal Book above. This one includes organisms, plants and animals from amoebas to zebras, from tiny toadstools to giant oaks. This book is structured according to scientific classification, with straightforward explanations of more than 1,500 specimens.
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Animals – The Little Kids First Big Book of Animals has the same size as the National Geographics Kids magazine with readable fonts, and fun content, to keep little ones thrilled with every colorful page. Filled with more than 150 of National Geographic’s most charming animal photos of fluffy and scaly creatures big and small, this appealing book introduces the youngest explorers to the world of wildlife.
