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The Best The Five Senses Books for Kids

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Looking for excellent children's books about the five senses? 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 This Story Needs Is a Hush and a Shush
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 2014

El Deafo

By Cece Bell

A girl discovers her hearing aid grants her unexpected powers at a new school. Can she find friendship amidst her newfound abilities?

Newbery Medal (2015)
233 pages· 16,807 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 91,911 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

What This Story Needs Is a Hush and a Shush

A pig's bedtime is disrupted by noisy farm animals. Can she find peace to sleep?

40 pages· 150 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.7/5 Goodreads · 321 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

Waiting

A group of animals wait for various things to happen, and their lives are enriched by the experiences they have while waiting.

32 pages· 273 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 6,499 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2015

Toot! Toot!

What's making that mysterious noise? Discover the surprise!

12 pages
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 39 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Pokko and the Drum

A little frog's drumming leads a forest parade. Can she hear her father's call home?

64 pages· 408 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 2,367 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1956

Anatole

By Eve Titus · Book #1 in the Anatole series

A mouse secretly transforms a cheese factory's fortunes with his tasting notes. Can they find their mysterious benefactor?

32 pages· 1,196 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,640 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

The Rabbit Listened

By Cori Doerffeld (Author/Illustrator), Cori Doerrfeld (Author/Illustrator)

A child tries to build something but it doesn't go as planned.

32 pages· 275 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.6/5 Goodreads · 9,621 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1983

Little Red Riding Hood

A girl faces a cunning wolf on her way to her grandmother's house.

32 pages· 1,540 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud
5.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 25,135 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2022

Bumblebee Grumblebee

Animals' antics twist words into playful surprises. What will turtle do?

18 pages
5.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 181 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1996

Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse

A confiscated purse sparks a journey from fury to forgiveness.

32 pages· 1,483 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 30,343 ratings
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The Five Senses Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

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

Opposites

Ages 0–3 · 2018

Explore opposites with vibrant illustrations in a tactile board book.

Arf! Buzz! Cluck!

Ages 1–4 · 2018

Discover the ABCs through playful animal sounds in this lively board book.

See, Touch, Feel

Ages 0–3 · 2018

Engage your baby's senses with touch, feel, and explore activities.

We Are Music

Ages 0–3 · 2018

Explore music's journey from beats to diverse genres, discovering the human connection in every note.

Music Is...

Ages 0–3 · 2016

Discover the vibrant world of music through sight and sound.

Animal Noises

Ages 1–4 · 2016

Discover a day of farm animal sounds from dawn to dusk.

Never Touch a Porcupine

Ages 0–3 · 2019

Discover the fun of touching forbidden animals in this playful book.

Jungle Night

Ages 0–4 · 2021

Discover the jungle's unique snores and a magical lullaby in a mostly soothing bedtime adventure.

The Ear Book

Ages 2–5 · 1968

Discover the world of sounds, from water drops to popcorn pops, in this engaging read-aloud adventure.

Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb

Ages 2–5 · 1969

Monkeys teach hands, fingers, and thumbs in a playful romp.

Baby Listens

Ages 2–5 · 1971

Babies explore household sounds, from jingling keys to buzzing razors.

Toot
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Toot

Ages 0–3 · 2014

A baby's first fart sounds like a train, delighting everyone.

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The Five Senses Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about the five senses for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Something Smells!

Ages 4–8 · 2018

Elliot's quest to find a mysterious smell leads to a surprising discovery about hygiene.

Chimpanzees for Tea!

Ages 3–7 · 2016

Vincent's grocery list turns into a hilarious mix-up with unexpected surprises.

Strega Nona

Ages 4–8 · 1975

A magic pasta pot causes chaos when misused.

Rhyming Dust Bunnies
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Rhyming Dust Bunnies

Ages 4–8 · 2009

Can Bob the dust bunny save his friends from a monstrous broom attack?

Charlotte and the Quiet Place

Ages 3–7 · 2015

Charlotte seeks silence in a world full of noise.

Animals Go Vroom!

Ages 2–5 · 2021

Discover unexpected surprises behind every sound in Bumperville.

Wild Symphony

Ages 3–7 · 2020

Uncover secrets and solve puzzles with Maestro Mouse on a musical journey across the world.

Brave As Can Be

Ages 2–4 · 2015

A sister shares secrets to turn childhood fears into courage.

Brown Sugar Babe

Ages 4–8 · 2020

A girl learns to embrace her brown skin's beauty and power.

Telephone

Ages 4–8 · 2014

A series of messages are sent to Peter, telling him to fly away from a monster lobster.

Nanette's Baguette

Ages 3–5 · 2016

Can Nanette bring home the baguette without regret?

Lacey Walker, Nonstop Talker

Ages 4–6 · 2012

A young girl learns the value of listening after losing her voice.

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The Five Senses Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about the five senses for developing and independent readers.

The Magic School Bus Explores the Senses

Ages 4–8 · 1999

Join a wild journey through the senses with Ms. Frizzle's class.

A Mango-Shaped Space

Ages 10–13 · 2005

A girl sees sounds and smells colors, uncovering her unique gift.

My First Library

2018

Explore the world with vibrant board books on ABCs, animals, and more.

Stir Crack Whisk Bake

2019

Tiny chefs bake cupcakes with a magical touch.

Pete the Cat Phonics Box

Ages 4–8 · 2017

Unlock reading skills with fun phonics adventures featuring a groovy cat.

Gary the Goat
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Gary the Goat

Ages 2–6 · 2021

A goat's garden struggles lead to unexpected lessons in perseverance and speech sounds.

Hear Bear Roar

2014

Press buttons to hear animals roar and learn their names.

Bedtime Jitters

Ages 6–10 · 2021

A bird's sleepover with a friend leads to a discovery about the strange noises in the swamp.

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

Ages 9–12 · 2006

A lost china rabbit embarks on a journey of love and loss.

Andi Unexpected

Ages 8–12 · 2013

A girl uncovers a family mystery hidden in an attic, leading to secrets and intrigue.

Sound Off!

Ages 6–9 · 2008

A boy with a loud voice battles a corporation silencing the world.

The Catalogue of Hugs
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The Catalogue of Hugs

Ages 3–6 · 2022

Discover 25 unique parent-child hugs, from classic to daring, each with a playful twist.

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