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The Best Rhyming Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about rhyming? 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.

What Are You Glad About? What Are You Mad About?

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Please Try to Remember the First of Octember!

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Rhyming

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Other Words for Home

By Jasmine Warga

A girl leaves Syria for America, facing new challenges and discovering herself.

Newbery Honor (2020)Arab American Book Honor (2020)

342 pages· 30,125 words· Est. 4 hour read

5.8/7 Bookroo·4.4/5 Goodreads · 35,564 ratings

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Summary: Jude's world shifts when she leaves Syria for Cincinnati, leaving family behind. Navigating a new culture, she grapples with her identity as 'Middle Eastern' and the chaos of American life. Amidst the noise, Jude finds unexpected friendships and a chance to shine in a school musical. Can she find a place where she truly belongs?

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$759

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2016

What Are You Glad About? What Are You Mad About?

By Judith Viorst, Lee White (Illustrator)

Explore childhood's emotional roller-coaster through witty poems.

112 pages

5.8/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 185 ratings

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Summary: Dive into a world where emotions swing from joy to sorrow. This collection of poems captures the essence of childhood's ups and downs, from school adventures to family dynamics. Discover how each verse navigates the complex landscape of young feelings, offering both laughter and reflection. Will you find your day filled with sunshine or shadowed by clouds? Perfect for young readers beginning to understand their own emotional journeys.

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$958

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 1963

Dr. Seuss's ABC

By Dr. Seuss · Beginner Books series

A collection of playful rhymes and illustrations exploring the alphabet.

63 pages· 476 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

5.4/7 Bookroo·4.1/5 Goodreads · 51,815 ratings

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Summary: Dive into a whimsical world where Aunt Annie's alligator and a Zizzer-Zazzer-Zuzz guide young readers through the alphabet. Dr. Seuss's ABC offers a playful journey from A to Z, filled with quirky creatures and delightful rhymes. Each page bursts with vibrant illustrations and simple words, making it perfect for children eager to explore the magic of letters. Will a lazy lion licking a lollipop or an ostrich oiling an orange owl capture your child's imagination? This classic book promises to spark a lifelong love of reading in every young learner.

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$574

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 1996

The Fat Cat Sat on the Mat

By Nurit Karlin · I Can Read series

A witch's pets and belongings get into chaos when she is out of the house.

32 pages· 561 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

4.3 Goodreads · 3,012 ratings

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Summary: A big orange tabby cat refuses to budge from a mat, much to the rat's dismay. In this playful rhyming tale, the rat tries everything to move the cat. Will cleverness or persistence win the day? Perfect for young readers, this story combines humor with phonetic fun, encouraging kids to sound out words while enjoying the cat and rat's amusing antics. Dive into this delightful squabble and discover if the rat can finally get the cat off the mat!

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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1977

Please Try to Remember the First of Octember!

By Dr. Seuss, Art Cummings (Illustrator) · Beginner Books series

On Octember the First, all your wildest wishes come true. What will you wish for?

48 pages· 525 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

4.2 Goodreads · 3,532 ratings

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Summary: Imagine a day when every wish is granted. On Octember the First, dreams become reality, from balloon pools in the sky to pickle trees in your yard. Dive into a whimsical world where laughter and imagination reign. What would you wish for if anything were possible? This delightful tale invites young readers to explore the magic of wishes and the joy of dreaming big. With simple words and vibrant illustrations, it's a perfect adventure for early readers eager to discover the power of imagination.

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$574

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2010

Mac and Cheese

By Sarah Weeks, Jane Manning (Illustrator)

A playful cat loses his hat. Will his lazy friend help retrieve it?

32 pages· 370 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

4.4 Goodreads · 3,648 ratings

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Summary: Macaroni loves to jump and sing, while Cheese prefers lounging in silence. Despite their differences, these feline friends face a challenge when a gust of wind steals Mac's beloved hat. Will Cheese overcome his grumpy nature to help his friend? Dive into this delightful tale of friendship and unexpected heroics, perfect for young readers eager to explore the joys of reading.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1967

The Digging-est Dog

By Al Perkins, Eric Gurney (Illustrator) · I Can Read It All By Myself Beginner Books series

A dog learns to dig and unearths unexpected chaos in town.

72 pages· 1,202 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud

4.2 Goodreads · 3,838 ratings

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Summary: A curious dog embarks on a digging adventure, determined to master the art of excavation. But as he digs deeper, he unravels more than just dirt, turning the town upside down. Will he find what he's looking for, or will his newfound skill lead to unexpected chaos? Join this playful journey filled with colorful illustrations and simple words that make reading fun for young adventurers.

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$1697

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2021

Starfish

By Lisa Fipps

Ellie battles fat-shaming and seeks freedom in a world obsessed with weight.

Michael L. Printz Honor (2022)

256 pages· 25,995 words· Est. 3 hour read

4.4 Goodreads · 38,031 ratings

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Summary: Ellie, bullied for her weight since childhood, finds solace in her swimming pool, where she feels free from judgment. With support from her dad, therapist, and new friend Catalina, Ellie challenges the 'Fat Girl Rules' and strives to embrace her true self. Can she break free from societal pressures and live unapologetically?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1974

Wacky Wednesday

By Dr. Seuss, George Booth (Illustrator)

Spot the wacky mistakes in a topsy-turvy world where nothing is as it seems.

48 pages· 315 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

4.2 Goodreads · 14,638 ratings

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Summary: A young child wakes up to a world turned upside down, where shoes hang from ceilings and tigers roam the school. As they navigate this bizarre day, readers are invited to spot every wacky mistake. With each page, the challenge grows, sharpening observation skills and sparking laughter. Can you find all the errors in this whimsical adventure? Dive into a day where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and nothing is quite right. Perfect for young readers eager to explore and discover, this book promises a delightful journey through a world of delightful chaos.

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$1597

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

Unsettled

By Reem Faruqi

A girl navigates a new life in America, facing cultural challenges and sibling rivalry in her quest for belonging.

352 pages

4.2 Goodreads · 1,809 ratings

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Summary: Nurah moves from Karachi to Georgia, struggling to fit in with her accent and attire. In the pool, she finds solace and ambition, aiming to outshine her brother, Owais. But a moment of betrayal alters their paths. As Nurah battles bullies and self-doubt, she discovers her strength and the courage to stand up for herself. Will she find her place in this unfamiliar world, or will her choices haunt her? Dive into this heartfelt tale of family, identity, and the quest for belonging.

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Ages 0–3 · 2008

A little truck helps a big dump truck get unstuck from the mud.

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More Than Balloons

Ages 0–3 · 2017

Discover the boundless love that surpasses all others.

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This Little Artist

Ages 3–5 · 2019

Discover artists who changed history in this vibrant board book for young creators.

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Some Bugs

Ages 2–4 · 2014

Explore the hidden world of backyard bugs in a lively, rhyming adventure.

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$799

Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site

Ages 4–8 · 2011

A group of construction trucks work together to build a building and then go to bed.

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$1999

Gotta Go, Buffalo

Ages 2–4 · 2017

Discover playful animal goodbyes with lift-the-flap fun.

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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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$999

You Are My Happy

Ages 0–4 · 2019

A bedtime tale of gratitude and joy shared between a mother bear and her cub.

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Rhyming Picture Books

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

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There's a Wocket in my Pocket

Ages 3–6 · 1974

A house is inhabited by strange creatures.

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A Light in the Attic

Ages 5–9 · 1981

A collection of humorous and whimsical poems for children.

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Green Eggs and Ham

Ages 4–7 · 1960

A character is convinced to try something they initially dislike.

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Oh, the Thinks You Can Think!

Ages 3–7 · 1975

A person thinks about various things, from colors and animals to fantastical creatures and scenarios.

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More Spaghetti, I Say!

Ages 4–6 · 1977

A monkey's love for spaghetti leads to a tasty dilemma with a friend.

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Have You Seen My Dinosaur?

Ages 4–7 · 2010

A young boy searches for his missing dinosaur.

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Rhyming Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about rhyming for developing and independent readers.

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Full Cicada Moon

Ages 8–12 · 2015

In 1969, Mimi battles prejudice and dreams of space in a new town.

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The Crossover

Ages 11–15

A young basketball player navigates his relationships with his family and friends while learning valuable life lessons on and off the court

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The Canyon's Edge

Ages 10–13 · 2020

A girl battles nature and inner demons to survive a desert disaster.

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Rebound

Ages 10–12 · 2018

A summer with grandparents changes young Charlie's life through basketball and family secrets.

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$1099

Crank

Ages 14–18 · 2004

A perfect daughter spirals into chaos after meeting a dangerous addiction.

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Becoming Muhammad Ali

Ages 8–12 · 2020

Discover how a stolen bike led a young Cassius Clay to become Muhammad Ali.

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$799

Forget Me Not

Ages 9–12 · 2017

A girl with Tourette syndrome navigates a new school, friendship, and self-acceptance amid constant change.

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Finding Serendipity

Ages 8–12 · 2013

A girl and her dog embark on a magical quest to find her missing mother in a land where stories come alive.

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$3499

The Red Pencil

Ages 9–12 · 2014

A young girl flees her ravaged village, finding hope in a red pencil.

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$999

Samira Surfs

Ages 8–12 · 2021

A refugee girl finds hope and courage in a surf club.

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Away

Ages 10–13

Kids uncover a conspiracy behind a mysterious evacuation threat.

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Dear Mothman

Ages 10–14 · 2023

A grieving boy seeks solace and truth in the legend of Mothman.

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