Book Series · 3 Books

City Baby Books

In order from Beach Baby to City Baby.

The City Baby series is a set of 3 board books by Laurie Elmquist, published between 2016 and 2021. Written for ages 0–5, most books run about 25 pages.

Beach Baby
Forest Baby
City Baby
Beach Baby
City Baby
Beach Baby
Forest Baby
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Beach Baby
Sale price
$1095
Book #1 · Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2016

Beach Baby

By Laurie Elmquist, Elly MacKay (Illustrator)

A lullaby of beach memories promises new adventures tomorrow.

24 pages
Board Book
Summary: As the sun sets, a gentle lullaby carries a baby through memories of a perfect beach day. Castles, sand dollars, and playful seals whisper promises of tomorrow's adventures. This lyrical journey celebrates nature's beauty and reassures little ones that the magic of the ocean awaits with each new dawn. Elly MacKay's enchanting paper-theater illustrations and Laurie Elmquist's soothing verses create a serene bedtime experience, making this board book a cherished keepsake.
The complete set

City Baby Series

3 books · Published 2016–2021

Sale price
$1095

Beach Baby

Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2016

A lullaby of beach memories promises new adventures tomorrow.

Sale price
$1095

Forest Baby

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2018

A baby's first hike reveals nature's wonders.

Sale price
$1049

City Baby

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2021

Explore a vibrant city through a baby's eyes, full of wonder and discovery.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the City Baby series?

There are 3 books in the City Baby series. It began with Beach Baby in 2016, and the newest book, City Baby, was published in 2021.

What ages are the City Baby books best for?

The series is best for ages 0–5, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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