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Are you searching for ways to teach your little one the ABC’s? Reading ABC books is a great way to introduce your kids to letters while learning to read, listen and comprehend. Whether you’re putting together a letter of the week study or you are adding books to your child’s collection or classroom, this ultimate collection of ABC books for toddlers and preschoolers is perfect for you!
Teaching the ABC’s
Remember every child is different and they all learn differently and at different speeds. Many children learn and memorize the ABC song around age 2 or 3 followed by letter recognition. Usually by the time a child goes to kindergarten they are able to match each letter to its corresponding sound. Remember though every child is different and they all learn differently and at different speeds. Some children will learn faster then expected and some will be slower.
There is a huge developmentally appropriate range for learning the ABCs! The most important thing is remember is that your child will learn when they are ready and at their own pace.
Some tips on teaching the alphabet is to make sure to be repetitive and include many different learning experiences. You can read a book, do an activity, scavenger hunt for items that start with different letters, worksheets songs and so much more!
Reading ABC Books
Reading ABC books is a great way to help your child learn in a fun a different way. Children love looking at pictures and listening to stories so what better way to teach your child then through something they will enjoy!
How to Teach While Reading
- Point to the letters/ words as your reading them.
- Show your child the pictures and emphasize the beginning sound.
- Read books with pictures that they will recognize and know such as apples, and birds ect.
- Repetition is key! It will take time and the more you read ABC books the more they will learn the letters
- Keep it fun and don’t stress out if they are not understanding.
- Choose books that relate to your child’s interest as they will be more likely to pay attention and enjoy the books!
Ultimate Collection of ABC Books for Toddlers and Preschoolers
I have included a variety of books within this list. The books vary from simple toddler books to more in detail books for preschoolers. I hope this list helps and have fun reading!
ABC: A Child’s First Alphabet Book by: Alison Jay
ABC: Alphabet Animals at Bedtime by: Aaron Adams
A is for Angry: an animal and adjective alphabet by: Sandra Boynton
Alphablock by:
AlphaOops!: The Day Z Went First by:
Apple Pie ABC by:
Arf! Buzz! Cluck!: A Rather Noisy Alphabet by:
Dr. Seuss’s ABC: An Amazing Alphabet Book by: Dr Seuss
Eating the Alphabet by: Lois Ehlert
Eric Carle’s ABC by: Eric Carle
I Spy Letters by:
LMNO Peas by: Keith Baker
My First ABC by:DK
The Sleepy Little Alphabet by:
T is for Tiger by:
Do you have a favorite ABC book that I did not mention? Leave it in the comments, I would love to check them out.
Check out my Alphabet Kindergarten Readiness Worksheets!
