Books About Kisses · 64 titles considered

The Best Kisses Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about kisses? 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.

Hugs and Kisses
If Kisses Were Colors
Little Sleepyhead
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Kisses

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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2008

Panda Kisses

By Alyssa Satin Capucilli, Kay Widdowson (Illustrator)

A baby panda searches for the perfect kiss, discovering it might be closer than he thinks.

32 pages· 105 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
3.6/5 Goodreads · 116 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2002

The Kiss That Missed

A king's goodnight kiss escapes into a spooky forest. Can it be retrieved?

32 pages· 367 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,073 ratings
$14.95Save 6%
Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2016

Hugs and Kisses

Discover why everyone needs hugs and kisses in this charming animal tale.

20 pages
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 62 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 1–3 · 2003

If Kisses Were Colors

By Janet Lawler, Alison Jay (Illustrator)

A parent's love shines brighter than a rainbow.

24 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 314 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 1982

A Book of Kisses

By Dave Ross, Laura Rader (Illustrator)

Discover the magic of kisses for every occasion and show you care.

16 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.4/5 Goodreads · 62 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2013

Catching Kisses

By Amy Gibson, Maria van Lieshout (Illustrator)

Follow kisses on a heartfelt journey across America.

32 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 387 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2015

Little Sleepyhead

Gentle verses lull tired little ones to sleep after a busy day.

24 pages
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 279 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 3–5 · 2008

If Animals Kissed Good Night

Imagine animals kissing goodnight in their own unique ways. How would they say goodnight?

34 pages· 329 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,649 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2017

Cancer Hates Kisses

A mother battles cancer, sharing her journey with her child through a heartfelt story.

40 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 280 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2016

Kiss It Better

Discover how a simple kiss can brighten any day.

32 pages
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 215 ratings
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Kisses Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about kisses for the youngest readers and listeners.

Daddy Kisses

Ages 0–3 · 2003

Discover the tender bond between animal dads and their young.

Kisses for Daddy

Ages 2–5 · 2005

Bedtime becomes a playful adventure as Baby Bear resists a goodnight kiss.

Counting Kisses

Ages 1–5 · 2011

How many kisses does it take for a baby to sleep?

A Kiss Means I Love You
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A Kiss Means I Love You

Ages 0–3 · 2012

Discover the world of nonverbal communication through playful rhymes and photos.

Huggy Kissy

Ages 0–3 · 2012

Discover the joy of family love through a baby's eyes.

The Biggest Kiss

Ages 2–4 · 2010

Discover how animals share kisses in this delightful journey of affection.

10 Hugs and Kisses

Ages 0–3 · 2021

Count to ten with adorable animals sharing hugs and kisses.

How Many Kisses Do You Want Tonight?

Ages 5–6 · 2004

How many kisses will it take for a perfect goodnight? Discover a cozy bedtime ritual.

Hello, Love!

Ages 0–3 · 2018

Discover how animals express love through playful interactions.

On Our Way Home

Ages 0–4 · 2009

A father and child journey through a magical forest, sharing love and wonder.

A Kiss Goodnight

Ages 0–3 · 2017

Little Hare resists bedtime until a special goodnight kiss changes everything.

Daddies Are Awesome

Ages 2–6 · 2016

Celebrate the special bond between father and child with playful puppy illustrations.

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Kisses Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about kisses for preschool and elementary-age readers.

What Color Is a Kiss?

Ages 2–5 · 2015

What color is a kiss? Monica paints to find out.

No Clean Clothes

Ages 3–8 · 2009

Lacey's embarrassing shirt attracts unexpected attention on her way to school.

Where Do Kisses Come From?

Ages 3–7 · 1999

Discover the heartwarming reasons behind a parent's kisses.

Baby Bedtime
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Baby Bedtime

Ages 4–8 · 2013

A soothing bedtime journey with elephants leads to peaceful sleep.

Kiss Kiss!
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Kiss Kiss!

Ages 3–6 · 2003

Baby Hippo rushes to play, but jungle sounds remind him of a forgotten kiss.

A Kiss Like This

Ages 2–5 · 2012

Discover the delightful world of animal kisses in this charming book for little ones.

Hugga Bugga Love

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A boy struggles with his mom's endless hugs until he discovers their true meaning.

Monster Trouble!

Ages 4–8 · 2015

Monsters disrupt her sleep. Can she find a way to stop them?

Rissy No Kissies
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Rissy No Kissies

Ages 3–6 · 2021

A lovebird challenges norms by refusing kisses, redefining how to show care.

I Want a Hug

Ages 4–8 · 2007

A prickly hedgehog seeks a hug in a world that shuns him.

The Best Kind of Kiss
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The Best Kind of Kiss

Ages 3–6 · 2011

Discover the magic of kisses through a child's eyes.

Shark Kiss, Octopus Hug

Ages 4–8 · 2014

A shark seeks a hug, an octopus desires a kiss. Can they fulfill each other's wishes?

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