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D Is for Drool: My Monster Alphabet
D Is for Drool: My Monster Alphabet
My Monster seriesPreK to K
An alphabet book full of friendly monsters. A fun way to practice ABCs.
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ABCs and Letters Picture Books
The best ABCs and Letters picture books for parents and teachers, sorted by grade. Read alouds from our channel come first.
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Books for learning letters and sounds.
14 books · 1 with a read aloud on our channel
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
PreK
The letters of the alphabet race up a coconut tree until it all comes tumbling down. An irresistible rhythmic classic for learning the ABCs.
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Dr. Seuss's ABC: An Amazing Alphabet Book!
Dr. Seuss's ABC: An Amazing Alphabet Book!
PreK
Dr. Seuss runs through the alphabet with zany creatures and silly rhymes. A fun, classic way to learn letters and their sounds.
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Eating the Alphabet: Fruits & Vegetables from A to Z
Eating the Alphabet: Fruits & Vegetables from A to Z
PreK
Lois Ehlert takes kids on a colorful tour of fruits and vegetables from apricot to zucchini. A bright alphabet book that might even get kids excited about new foods.
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Once Upon an Alphabet: Short Stories for All the Letters
Once Upon an Alphabet: Short Stories for All the Letters
PreK to 1st grade
Oliver Jeffers writes a quirky little story for every letter of the alphabet. A clever, funny book that older kids enjoy as much as little ones.
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Alphabet Mystery
Alphabet Mystery
PreK
Little x is missing from Charley's alphabet, and the other lowercase letters set off to find him. A fun mystery that shows every letter matters.
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Alphabet Under Construction
Alphabet Under Construction
PreK to K
A busy mouse builds, paints, and constructs every letter of the alphabet. A great fit for kids who love tools, trucks, and building.
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LMNO Peas
LMNO Peas
PreK to K
Busy little peas show off their favorite jobs, from astronaut to zoologist. A playful alphabet book with tons of tiny details to discover.
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P Is for Pterodactyl: The Worst Alphabet Book Ever
P Is for Pterodactyl: The Worst Alphabet Book Ever
PreK to K
This alphabet book features words with silent letters and weird spellings, like pterodactyl. Hilarious for kids who already know their ABCs and grownups who love wordplay.
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The Z Was Zapped: A Play in Twenty-Six Acts
The Z Was Zapped: A Play in Twenty-Six Acts
PreK to 1st grade
Each letter of the alphabet suffers a dramatic mishap, and kids guess what happened before turning the page. Chris Van Allsburg's dramatic art makes it unforgettable.
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Alphabet City
Alphabet City
PreK to 2nd grade
Letters hide in everyday city scenes, from bridges to lampposts, painted so realistically they look like photographs. A Caldecott Honor book that turns any walk into a letter hunt.
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Animalia
Animalia
PreK to 2nd grade
Each letter comes with an alliterative phrase and an incredibly detailed illustration packed with hidden objects. A stunning alphabet book kids can pore over for hours.
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Z Is for Moose
Z Is for Moose
PreK to 2nd grade
Moose is so excited to be in Zebra's alphabet book that he can't wait his turn, and things go hilariously wrong. A laugh out loud lesson in patience and friendship.
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A Little SPOT Learns Letters
A Little SPOT Learns Letters
A Little SPOT seriesPreK to 1st grade
Little SPOT makes learning the alphabet playful for early learners. A cheerful option for kids just getting to know their letters.
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