20 Children’s Books To Celebrate Valentine’s Day
Introduction:
Valentine’s Day is a special time to show love and appreciation to those around us, including children. What better way to celebrate than by reading heartwarming and delightful children’s books that capture the spirit of love and friendship? Here, we have gathered a list of 20 enchanting children’s books to help you and your little ones celebrate Valentine’s Day.
1. “Love from the Very Hungry Caterpillar” by Eric Carle – Join the beloved caterpillar as he spreads love and kindness to his friends.
2. “Guess How Much I Love You” by Sam McBratney – Follow the journey of Little Nutbrown Hare as he tries to express his immeasurable love for his parent.
3. “The Day It Rained Hearts” by Felicia Bond – A delightful story about a little girl who catches hearts from the sky and uses them to make Valentine’s Day cards for her friends.
4. “Love Monster” by Rachel Bright – Meet the adorable Love Monster who goes on a quest to find someone who will love him just the way he is.
5. “The Runaway Hug” by Nick Bland – Discover the adventure of Lucy as she hunts for her lost hug and realizes that love is always close by.
6. “I Love You Through and Through” by Bernadette Rossetti-Shustak – Celebrate unconditional love with this heartwarming book that shows love in all its forms.
7. “Pete the Cat: Valentine’s Day Is Cool” by Kimberly Dean – Join Pete as he learns that Valentine’s Day is about showing love and kindness to everyone, even when things don’t go as planned.
8. “Love You Forever” by Robert Munsch – A touching story that portrays a parent’s unending love for their child through every stage of life.
9. “How Do Dinosaurs Say I Love You?” by Jane Yolen – Explore how dinosaurs show love and affection in this playful and educational book.
10. “Plant a Kiss” by Amy Krouse Rosenthal – Watch as a magical kiss grows into something extraordinary and spreads love to all.
11. “Hug Time” by Patrick McDonnell – Follow the adorable kitten, Jules, as he travels the world to give hugs and spread love to all his friends.
12. “Llama Llama I Love You” by Anna Dewdney – Join Llama Llama as he celebrates Valentine’s Day with his friends and family.
13. “Love Is” by Diane Adams – Discover the heartfelt moments shared between a little girl and a duckling in this beautiful tale of friendship and love.
14. “Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch” by Eileen Spinelli – Experience the transformative power of love as Mr. Hatch receives a mysterious gift on Valentine’s Day.
15. “Love, Splat” by Rob Scotton – Join Splat the cat as he navigates the ups and downs of love, friendship, and Valentine’s Day.
16. “Happy Valentine’s Day, Mouse!” by Laura Numeroff – Follow Mouse as he creates unique valentine cards for all his friends, reminding us that simple gestures can mean the most.
17. “The Day Gogo Went to Vote” by Elinor Batezat Sisulu – Experience love, resilience, and the power of democracy as seen through the eyes of a young girl in South Africa.
18. “Wherever You Are: My Love Will Find You” by Nancy Tillman – Delight in the lyrical words and breathtaking illustrations as a parent’s love reaches across any distance.
19. “Love Waves” by Rosemary Wells – Join the bunny family as they send messages of love to each other, even when they are far apart.
20. “The Littlest Valentine” by Brandi Dougherty – Meet Emma, the littlest valentine who goes on a special adventure to show someone she cares.
Conclusion:
These heartwarming children’s books are perfect for celebrating the love and magic of Valentine’s Day with your little ones. From tales of unconditional love to stories of friendship and kindness, these books will inspire and delight children of all ages. So, cozy up with your little Valentine and enjoy the enchanting world of children’s literature together. Happy Valentine’s Day!