Books About Body Parts

The Best Body Parts Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about body parts? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Don't Do That!
The Shortlist

Our 3 Favorite Books About Body Parts

Picture Book · Ages 4–12 · 1991

Don't Do That!

By Tony Ross

A girl's finger gets stuck in her nose, causing chaos and hilarity as everyone tries to help.

30 pages· 303 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
3.7/5 Goodreads · 45 ratings
Summary: Nellie's irresistible urge to pick her nose leads to a sticky situation when her finger gets stuck. As firemen and scientists attempt to free her, the problem only worsens, turning her once-pretty nose into a sore spectacle. Can anyone solve this comical conundrum, or will Nellie be stuck forever? Discover the unexpected twists in this humorous tale.
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2005

The Knee Book

Discover the world through the lens of knees in this playful exploration.

36 pages· 332 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
3.6/5 Goodreads · 99 ratings
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Summary: Dive into a whimsical journey celebrating knees of all kinds—from mountain climbers to kangaroos, and skaters to elephants. This vibrant, simple reader invites young minds to explore the world through a unique perspective, sparking curiosity and laughter. Perfect for early readers, it turns the ordinary into extraordinary, making every knee a story waiting to be told. What adventures will your knees take you on?
Picture Book · Ages 2–4 · 2016

My Thumb

By Karen Hesse, Rich Deas (Illustrator)

A girl clings to her thumb-sucking habit despite growing up.

32 pages· 201 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.5/7 Bookroo experts·2.8/5 Goodreads · 136 ratings
$16.99Save 6%
Summary: A young girl has outgrown many childhood habits, but her thumb remains a comforting constant. As she navigates the pressures to let go, will she find the courage to embrace change or hold onto her beloved thumb? This playful tale explores the warmth and challenges of growing up, capturing the universal struggle between holding on and moving forward.
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