Creating your library, whether it’s on your own bookshelf or through weekly library rentals, is important for a kid’s growth and development. Kids can learn about empathy and diversity through fun stories, all while refining different skills!

The Toy Insider’s Little Library series will highlight five books at the end of each month that will fill your home with laughter, love, and learning

As temperatures remain low and outdoor play continues to require several winter layers, storytime might seem more appealing to your little one. These titles are a great fit for your snow day, bedtime routine, or classroom! 


PROGRAMMED TO PAINT

This children's book follows Pintro the robot as he learns to embrace his individual art style. Written and illustrated by the maker of Robots Can't Dance, this new book from Mauricio Abril is made for readers ages 4-8.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $18.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

OONA

Kids can join Oona as she ventures through the sea and finds friends, trouble, and fun!

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

HELLO TREES

Learn about different trees, leaves, and seeds through colorful illustrations! Kids can follow the journey from seed to sapling and understand a tree's life cycle.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $10.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

JUST ONE MORE SLEEP: ALL GOOD THINGS COME TO THOSE WHO WAIT … AND WAIT … AND WAIT

In this book, a kid must wait as the family prepares for a special upcoming event. Readers can follow along as the character measures time through how many sleeps they have until their holiday, birthday, and celebration! The book touches on the benefit of waiting and patience.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $18.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

DRAGONBOY

Dragonboy features a curious, empathetic main character with a large imagination and a love for adventure, new friends, and interesting opportunities!

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $17.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

To submit a book for Little Library consideration, visit The Toy Insider’s editorial calendar.

About the author

Samantha Connell

Samantha Connell

Samantha is an Assistant Editor for The Toy Book, The Pop Insider, and The Toy Insider. She loves to write, craft, watch Pride and Prejudice, and play with her adorable dog, Willow. She is a Ravenclaw, Star Wars fan (prequels included), and Clemson alumna. She also thinks that she is the favorite aunt.

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