28 Best Valentine Books for Preschool
When you’re a mom, teacher, or caregiver to small children, Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to talk about love and friendship. And what better way to do that than with books? These favorite Valentine books for preschool make great gifts and are better for you than candy!
I like to give my kids a little Valentine’s basket like my granny gave me when I was a child. Of course, it has some Valentine’s trinkets like pencils, erasers, and candy! But I also like to include a book or two in there. For preschool-age kids, there are lots of options.
You can grab a little board book that they can hold and turn the pages in themselves. Or, buy a love-themed book that you can read together. No matter which you choose, these books will guarantee a sweet and lovely time for all!
Chocolate is temporary, but these favorite Valentine’s books will last forever.
28 Best Valentine’s Day Books for Preschoolers to Love
Share love, friendship and a few giggles with your little learners with these books!
Llama, Llama I Love You by Anna Dewdney
Llama, Llama books are some of my favorites for kids! In this board book, little Llama learns different ways to share love at Valentine’s Day and all year around. The Llama, llama books are a great way to talk about showing love to friends and family!
I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home by Kathryn Cristaldi
If you want a funny and sweet book to read to your kids, I’ll Love You Till the Cows Come Home is a great book for you! It’s full of silly rhymes and adorable pictures that kids and mamas love. Besides the cows you’ll find yaks in Cadillacs, sheep setting sail, frogs on big-wheeled bikes, and more. It’s a great way to show love to your young children.
Where Do Diggers Say I Love You? by Brianna Caplan Sayres
If your little boy is like mine, your house is full of all things machines! Where Do Diggers Say I Love You? is a great read for fans of Where Do Diggers Sleep at Night? This little board book is a sweet story for your little machine lovers.
Happy Valentine’s Day, Little Critter by Mercer Mayer
Little Critter is a fun flap book that gives us another little peak at one of our favorite storybook characters! Little Critter is having the best day ever planning a Valentine’s Day party for his friends. Plus, he’s spending some extra time making a special Valentine!
Happy Valentine’s Day, Corduroy! by Don Freeman
Corduroy is a special bear who’s been delighting families for years! (My granny bought Corduroy books as gifts when I was a kid.) In this brand-new book from the iconic character, Corduroy is planning a special Valentine party for his friends. But he has so much to do first before he can celebrate with his friends. This is a delightful book for kids and adults.
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Rose! by Lucille Colandro
When my oldest son started reading, There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a… books were some of his favorites. In this Valentine’s version, she’s at it again by swallowing a rose! This time she’s swallowing all the fun stuff she needs to make a sweet surprise for her Valentine.
Pete the Cat: Valentine’s Day is Cool by Kimberly and James Dean
I have to admit, I’ve never read a Pete the Cat book before. But this cute book won me over! Pete thinks Valentine’s Day is not cool, until he realizes it’s the perfect time to show his animal friends and neighbors how much he likes them. He realizes in the end that showing people you like them is pretty cool after all.
Be Mine, Porcupine by Hannah Eliot
Is there a more un-cuddly animal for Valentine’s Day than a porcupine? Everyone deserves a Valentine on this fun holiday. All of the creatures get some love in this board book, including a slug, alligator, porcupine, and bat!
Amelia Bedelia’s First Valentine by Herman Parish
Amelia Bedelia is everyone’s favorite housekeeper. But in this children’s book, she’s celebrating her very first Valentine’s Day. What will she do when she forgets all of her Valentines at home? Her creativity and resourcefulness will save the day!
Will You Be My Valentine?
This vintage board book might say it’s for children ages 1-5. But it’s so cute, it would make a perfect gift for just about anyone! Each of the pages features an adorable vintage Valentine that’s sure to put a smile on your face.
Happy Valentine’s Day, Mouse by Laura Numeroff
We’re huge fans of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie in our house! This Valentine’s Day version is a cute book and an easy read for your preschoolers. Whether you’re an old fan of mouse and his friends, or this is your first read, this one is going to be a favorite!
Cupig by Claire Tattersfield
Is anything cuter than a pig? Yep, a Cupig! In this hilarious little board book, Cupig is determined to spread lots of love by shooting her arrows on Valentine’s Day. She makes a few mistakes along the way and causes some chaos. But she’ll figure it all out in the end!
Love is My Favorite Thing by Emma Chichester Clark
This is an adorable book that I used to read to my boys when they were smaller. It’s a cute story about an adorable puppy named Plum. While it’s not a book particularly for Valentine’s Day, it’s on this book list because it’s a funny story about favorite things and love!
Happy Valentine’s Day, Curious George!
Curious George is one of our favorite characters who has delighted children for years with his antics! This Valentine’s Day, he’s back at it in this fun book that’s perfect for young readers. Adorable illustrations and fold-out flaps make this a perfect book to enjoy with young preschoolers this time of year.
Valensteins by Ethan Long
This book was an unexpected favorite for me! On a cold, dark night that’s perfect for scaring, Fran K. Stein has other thoughts in mind. He’s busy making a Valentine’s Day card for someone special. His friends in the Fright Club set out to determine what love really means. Fran isn’t sure, except that it means feeling a little funny sometimes!
The Great Valentine’s Day Balloon Race by Adrienne Adams
We usually save the bunnies for Easter, but they’re taking center stage in this colorful book about Valentine’s Day. It’s a book about friendship and working together with a little bit of science on the side! The beautiful illustrations make this Valentine’s book even more special.
A Charlie Brown Valentine by Charles M. Schulz
Who has the Charlie Browniest luck of all? Poor Charlie Brown of course! When his secret admirer turns out to be Marcie, and not the Little Red-Haired Girl, Charlie Brown takes things into his own hands. He tries to invite the Little Red-Haired Girl to the Valentines Day dance, but things don’t go according to plan. Somehow, he ends up with a good Valentine’s Day in the end!
Little Blue Truck’s Valentine by Alice Schertle
Little Blue Truck is another classic character we all love! He has had fun adventures in all seasons, and now it’s time for Valentine’s Day! In this book, Little Blue Truck is busy delivering Valentines to all his friends around the farm. But will he have any of his own Valentines?
Love from the Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
Eric Carle has delighted children with the colorful illustrations in his picture books for years. Love from the Very Hungry Caterpillar is the perfect way to share love with those you love on Valentine’s Day or any day of the year.
Love is in the Little Things by Stella J. Jones
This adorable story is about the friendship between a child and a bear. While it’s an unlikely pairing, it’s a story about heartfelt gestures that show love in the little ways.
Guess How Much I Love You? by Sam McBratney
This is a simple book that’s perfect to read to preschoolers on February 14th or any day of the year! This board book version is perfect for little hands to hold as they hear the classic story of Big Nutbrown Hare and Little Nutbrown Hare. They’ll learn the answer to the all-important question, “Guess How Much I Love You?”
Dinosaur, Dinosaur, I Love You by Danielle McClean
Poems are so fun for kids, and this little board book is full of them! They’re cute little versions of favorite childhood poems with a fun dino twist. Poems include, “Five Little Dinosaurs,” “Twinkle, Twinkly Dinosaur,” and Hush, Little Dinosaur.”
Carry My Heart With You by Danielle McLean
This sweet little book is a great reminder for your little love that you love them, even when you’re far apart. It includes a little wooden heart you can share with your kids as a tangible reminder of your love.
I Love You More Than a Purple Moose! by Laura Gates Gavin
If you’re looking for a laugh-out-loud book to read this Valentine’s Day, this one is it! It’s packed with silly rhymes that will have younger and older children giggling with glee! After all, what’s funnier and more loveable than a purple moose?
Love, Escargot by Dashka Slater
The lovable French snail, Escargot, returns in this little book about Valentine’s Day! He’s headed to a “Snailentine” Day party, and he’s so nervous, he wants to hide in his shell. But before the night is over, he’ll make an unlikely friend at his party!
Grumpy Monkey Valentine Gross-Out by Suzanne Lang
Jim Panzee thinks Valentine’s Day is gross! It’s all about kissing and hearts and romance. But in this silly book in the Grumpy Monkey series, Jim’s best friend, Norman, shows him that Valentine’s Day is about lots of different kinds of love.
Groggle’s Monster Valentine by Dianna Murray
Groggle is determined to make a homemade Valentine for all of his friends. But his monster tendencies cause him to keep eating his creations before he can give them to his pals! Will he ever be able to create the perfect Valentine?
The Invisible String by Patricia Karst
Teachers, therapists, and parents rave about this book! It’s the perfect way to remind children that they are bound to their parents by love, even when you can’t see it. This heartwarming book is perfect for all ages, and makes a great gift for all occasions, Valentine’s Day included!
Conclusion
Which of these great Valentine’s Day books will you read with your preschooler this year? Share it with me in the comments!
