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$750
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 1970
Old Hat New Hat
A bear searches for the perfect hat.
36 pages· 95 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,614 ratings
$7.89Save 5%
Books About First Concepts · 2,881 titles considered
The Best First Concepts Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about first concepts? 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.
The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About First Concepts
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$958
Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 1973
I'll Teach My Dog 100 Words
By Michael Frith, P.D. Eastman (Illustrator) · Bright and Early Books for Beginning Beginners series
A person teaches their dog 100 words and various tasks, impressing their friends and community.
36 pages· 414 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,400 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
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$958
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1961
Ten Apples Up On Top!
By Dr. Seuss
Three friends balance apples on their heads. Can they keep them up?
72 pages· 427 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 39,789 ratings
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$1049
Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2016
The Cookie Fiasco
By Mo Willems · Book #1 in the Elephant & Piggie Like Reading! series
Four friends, three cookies. Can they share without crumbling under pressure?
64 pages· 455 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,732 ratings
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$1049
Board Book · Ages 3–6 · 2004
Red, Stop! Green, Go!
Discover colors with playful dogs in an interactive adventure.
16 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 449 ratings
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$759
Board Book · Ages 4–6 · 2020
Big Shark, Little Shark
A big shark and a little shark try to catch fish for a snack.
32 pages· 125 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 499 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 4–6 · 2018
Dr. Seuss's Book of Colors
Discover a world of color through rhymes and beloved illustrations.
40 pages· 143 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 394 ratings
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$858
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1996
New Tricks I Can Do!
Spot must dazzle the circus or risk being let go. Can his tricks save him?
48 pages· 431 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 317 ratings
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$958
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 1968
The Foot Book
Discover the world of opposites through playful rhymes and feet adventures.
36 pages· 131 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 35,268 ratings
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$858
Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2006
Look Who's There!
Uncover hidden creatures in vibrant landscapes.
16 pages
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 43 ratings
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First Concepts Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Sturdy, inviting books about first concepts for the youngest readers and listeners.
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$699
My First 100 Animal Words
Ages 2–5 · 2021
Explore 100 animal words with vibrant illustrations for young learners.
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$899
Mrs. Peanuckle's Vegetable Alphabet
Ages 2–4 · 2017
Discover the ABCs through a vibrant vegetable journey from asparagus to zucchini.
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$1299
Opposite Surprise
Ages 3–5 · 2017
Discover surprising opposites hidden under each flap.
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$1599
Big Words for Fearless Girls
Ages 3–6 · 2019
Empower young dreamers with 1,000 words and 100 female heroes to inspire change.
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$899
Mrs. Peanuckle's Fruit Alphabet
Ages 2–5 · 2017
Discover vibrant fruits from A to Z in a delightful journey for little ones.
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$995
This Little Hamster
Ages 2–6 · 2013
Discover colors with a playful hamster in this charming board book for little ones.
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$899
Mrs. Peanuckle's Bug Alphabet
Ages 2–4 · 2018
Discover the ABCs through a world of fascinating bugs.
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$1499
Pinwheel
Ages 3–6 · 2013
Spin the wheel and watch vibrant scenes transform before your eyes.
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$1699
3-2-1 Blast Off!
Ages 0–5 · 2018
Lift the flaps and explore the wonders of our solar system.
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$899
Mrs. Peanuckle's Bird Alphabet
Ages 2–4 · 2018
Discover 26 unique birds with surprising facts that bring nature to life.
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$699
Flamingos Fly
Ages 1–3 · 2017
Explore the lively world of animals in a playful, rhyming adventure.
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$899
Jane Foster's ABC
Ages 0–3 · 2015
Discover the alphabet through vibrant animal illustrations.
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First Concepts Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about first concepts for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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$1899
Goodbye, Friend! Hello, Friend!
Ages 4–8 · 2019
A story about the cycle of goodbyes and hellos in life.
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$2199
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Ages 1–6 · 1969
A caterpillar hatches from an egg and goes through a series of physical transformations.
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$1999
Waiting
Ages 4–8 · 2015
A group of animals wait for various things to happen, and their lives are enriched by the experiences they have while waiting.
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$1899
Brian Wildsmith's Animal Gallery
Ages 4–8 · 2010
Explore the vibrant world of animals through stunning illustrations and surprising collective nouns.
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$1799
Petra
Ages 3–7 · 2016
A little rock's journey through ever-changing identities challenges her perspective and self-belief.
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$1999
L Is for London
Ages 4–8 · 2018
Explore London's iconic sights from A to Z with hidden surprises.
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$1699
Blue Chameleon
Ages 2–6 · 2010
A chameleon seeks friendship but struggles to fit in. Will he find his match?
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$1599
Square
Ages 5–9 · 2018
Square, a block-pusher, is mistakenly called a genius by Circle, and he tries to create a sculpture of her.
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$1799
The Sea Knows
Ages 4–8 · 2020
Uncover the ocean's secrets and its mysterious creatures in a lyrical journey beneath the waves.
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$1795
Ah-Ha to Zig-Zag
Ages 3–8 · 2014
Explore design's wonders through an ABC journey of museum treasures.
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$1999
The Mixed-Up Truck
Ages 2–6 · 2016
Cement Mixer mixes up his first day with unexpected results. Can he get it right?
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$1699
One Hundred Things to Spot
Ages 2–5 · 2017
Embark on a search-and-find adventure to discover colors, numbers, and shapes.
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First Concepts Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about first concepts for developing and independent readers.
Graphic Nov.
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$2495
Colorama
Ages 7–10 · 2018
Discover the hidden stories and nuances behind 133 shades of color.
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$1899
Do Not Open This Math Book
Ages 6–9 · 2018
Transform math fear into fun with engaging lessons on addition and subtraction.
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$699
My First Book of Planets
Ages 3–5 · 2020
Explore the solar system with vibrant images and fun facts about planets and beyond.
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$1599
The Bacteria Book
Ages 7–9 · 2018
Explore the hidden world of microbes that keep us alive and sometimes make us sick.
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$1295
Early Learning Activity Book
Ages 4–6 · 2007
Unlock learning with wipe-clean activities for endless practice.
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$2299
Everybody Counts
Ages 4–8 · 2018
Discover hidden stories and secrets as lives intertwine in a counting journey from 0 to 7.5 billion.
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$1999
Professor Astro Cat's Atomic Adventure
Ages 5–10 · 2016
Explore physics with the galaxy's smartest cat on an atomic adventure.
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$2499
My First Library
2018
Explore the world with vibrant board books on ABCs, animals, and more.
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$599
Mr. Putter & Tabby Write the Book
Ages 6–9 · 2004
An aspiring writer faces tasty distractions while crafting a mystery.
Graphic Nov.
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$1499
Killer Underwear Invasion!
Ages 8–12 · 2022
Can you spot fake news? Discover the truth behind outrageous stories.
Sale price
$999
Stir Crack Whisk Bake
2019
Tiny chefs bake cupcakes with a magical touch.
Graphic Nov.
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$1099
¿Debo compartir mi helado?
Ages 3–5 · 2011
A careful elephant faces a dilemma: share his ice cream or savor it alone?