Here are some of our favorite books for a library theme! I love books and libraries so much that our bookshelves are bursting with fun books about libraries and the joy of reading!
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Just choose books based on your child’s age and what you think will engage your child’s interest. I recommend checking out the “Read Sample” feature on Amazon and reading reviews there. Another place to learn about a book is on YouTube. You can typically see the entire book there.
Montessori-friendly books use photos or realistic illustrations. They don’t have talking animals or a lot of fantasy. But many books that have fantasy and talking animals are wonderful books, and I love sharing them with children who understand the difference between fantasy and reality.
For toddlers and preschoolers, about ¾ of the books I use are typically Montessori friendly (focusing on reality without smiling or talking animals or smiling or talking vehicles). There are a few more fantasy books than I typically have here, but these are so much fun!
Books for a Library Theme
I’m featuring books here for a library theme for preschoolers through elementary-age kids.
Here’s a fun Instagram reel:
Top Shelf of Forward -Facing Display:
- Thomas Jefferson Builds a Library is a fascinating book about Thomas Jefferson’s love of books and help in rebuilding the Library of Congress after the British burned the first Library of Congress in 1814.
- The Library
- The Secret Life of Library Books
- Larry Gets Lost in the Library
2nd Shelf:
3rd Shelf:
- Bats at the Library
- Lost in the Library
- Patricia Polacco has wonderful books about her childhood and developing a love of reading, despite challenges. Palace of Books tells of a special librarian and Patricia’s love of libraries
- Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library
4th Shelf:
- Angelina Ballerina Loves the Library
- Ninjas Go to the Library
- Noelle and the Library Book
- Lola at the Library
Bottom Shelf
- Zoey and the Library is a sweet Montessori-style book encouraging a love of books and libraries.
- Pete the Cat Checks out the Library
- The Library Book
- Biscuit Loves the Library
On the other side of the room is a shelf with books about books and the love of reading.
Shelf with Books about Books and the Love of Reading
You can see many library books here: Library Books for Kids (including books as they’re published)
More Book Resources
Free Library Printables and Montessori-Inspired Library Activities
- How to Teach Toddlers and Preschoolers to Take Care of Books
- How to Help Your Child Treasure Books
- Montessori-Inspired Ideas for Enjoying Books with Your Child or Students
- Montessori-Inspired Eric Carle Activities
- Montessori-Inspired Dr. Seuss Activities
- Montessori-Inspired Brown Bear, Brown Bear Activities
- Using Children’s Books to Raise Awareness about Hunger
- Favorite Montessori-Friendly Books for a 2 Year Old,
- Spring Book Lists for Preschool and Elementary Kids: Garden Adventures Around the World
- Best Children’s Books about the Death of a Pet
- Free Kissing Hand Songs, Poems, and Videos to Ease Separation Anxiety
- The Best Classic Children’s Books for Preschoolers
- The Best Children’s Books about Taking Turns and Sharing
- The Best Children’s Books about Manners for Preschoolers
- Positive Messages We All Need from Pete the Cat
- The Best Growth Mindset Books for Kids
- Literature-Based Activities Pinterest Board
You’ll find all my children’s book posts at Living Montessori Now here.
You’ll find all my children’s book posts at Bits of Positivity here.
I have lots and lots of book-themed posts!
Have fun learning about the library!
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