This was a fun list to put together. Some are our own personal favorites, others come highly recommended from other parents. Either way, these books about love are perfect for Valentine's Day but also great for anytime. After all, love never goes out of season!
"Snuggle Puppy" (Sandra Boynton) - Boynton is always a favorite, both for her adorable illustrations and her humorous words. The spare writing in this one is more than enough to express it's loving message!
"I Love You All Day Long" (Francesca Rusackas) -
A little pig worries about leaving his mom while he's at school, prompting a reminder that her love stays with him no matter where he goes.
A little pig worries about leaving his mom while he's at school, prompting a reminder that her love stays with him no matter where he goes.
"Olive, My Love" (Vivian Walsh) - We last left Olive the confused pup thinking she was meant to be a reindeer (as in, "all of the other reindeer" that she thought was saying "Olive, the other reindeer"). The silliness continues in this sequel, when her friend leaves a heart in front of her house ("All of my love!" he sings). Silliness, of course, ensues.
"Wherever You Are: My Love Will Find You" (Nancy Tillman) - "I wanted you more than you’ll ever know,so I sent love to follow wherever you go. ." So begins this touching story about the limitless love of a parent and child.
"I Love You Stinky Face" (Lisa McCourt) - Would a parent still love their child is they were a swamp creature, a meat-eating dinosaur...a stinky skunk? This book reassures that of course, a parent's love is without limits!
"Love, Splat" by Rob Scotton - Splat the Cat has a crush! This is the only book on this list that's actually about Valentine's Day, but Splat's antics are always worth a read!
"How Do Dinosaurs Say I Love You" (Jane Yolen) - How does a dinosaur parent love their naughty little reptile? They always do, that's the point!
The I Love You Book (Todd Parr) - "I love you when you're silly...when you're sad...when you're brave..." And I love the fun illustrations in this story!
"Guess How Much I Love You" (Sam McBratney) - A story about the classic "argument" - whose love is greater?
"Who Loves Me" (Jennifer Dewing) - This book is a little different because it's not available on Amazon.com (gasp!) and that's because it's personalized. Currently my 4-year-old's favorite book, you can add not only the child's name but also the names of family members or other loved ones. You can also read more about what we thought of it.
Looking for more ideas? Let's Lasso the Moon has put together an ultimate list of 100 books about love and Valentine's Day. Phew - there's sure to be something on this list to fit every style and interest!
Let's keep on with this Valentine theme! Check out these other Valentine's Day Top Ten Lists:
10 Valentine Heart Projects
from Powerful Mothering
Preschool Valentine Activities
from Little Bins for Little Hands
10 Valentine Heart Projects
from Powerful Mothering
Preschool Valentine Activities
from Little Bins for Little Hands
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