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$858
Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2016
Sunrise, Moonrise
Discover the rhythm of day and night as creatures awaken and rest.
32 pages
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 79 ratings
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Books About Starting The Day · 15 titles considered
The Best Starting The Day Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about starting the day? 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 Starting The Day
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2016
Good Morning, City
By Pat Kiernan, Pascal Campion (Illustrator)
As dawn breaks, a city awakens, bustling with life and hidden stories.
32 pages· 256 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
5.7/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 242 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2018
Good Morning, Farm Friends
Farm animals wake up for a busy day. Is everyone ready?
26 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 381 ratings
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$759
Board Book · Ages 3–6 · 2015
My First Day
A boy's first school day unfolds with new stories and friendships.
32 pages
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.6/5 Goodreads · 73 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2017
Wakey, Wakey, Elephant!
By Linda Ravin Lodding, Michael Robertson (Illustrator)
Can Edgar wake the sleepy Elephant for a surprise birthday party?
32 pages
4.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.5/5 Goodreads · 35 ratings
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$759
Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2012
Llama Llama Wakey-Wake
Discover the perfect start to a day filled with love and routine.
12 pages
4.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,335 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016
Girl in Charge
A girl campaigns to leave home early, inspired by trailblazing women.
32 pages· 297 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 131 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016
Wake Up, City!
By Erica Silverman, Laure Fournier (Illustrator)
A girl and her father witness the city awakening on their walk to school.
32 pages
3.6/5 Goodreads · 160 ratings
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$958
Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2019
Pigs in a Blanket
By Hans Wilhelm, Erica Salcedo (Illustrator)
Guide three playful piglets through their lively day to bedtime.
14 pages
4.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 43 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 1–3 · 2000
Hey! Wake Up!
Start your day with fun, wiggles, and a surprise stew.
24 pages
4.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,910 ratings
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Starting The Day Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about starting the day for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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$1999
Miss Bindergarten Gets Ready for Kindergarten
Ages 4–8 · 1996
A teacher prepares for the first day of kindergarten as students get ready for a new adventure.
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$1799
Where the Sunrise Begins
Ages 4–8 · 2010
Where does the sunrise begin? Journey across the world to find out.
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$699
Daddy's Cheeky Monkey
Ages 0–4 · 2018
A cheeky child turns bedtime into a zoo adventure.