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Children’s books by age

Sturdy first books through to early readers.

Family life · 5 min read · Updated October 2026

Babies

Sturdy board books with faces and textures.

Toddlers

Rhymes, repetition and lift-the-flap books.

Early readers

Short chapters and picture books to read together. Your local library is free.

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