Does your child like to read? If a child isn't able to read full sentences on his or her own, books can still be a great source of magic.

When it comes to books for kids and preschoolers, there's no shortage of options. The best books for 4-year-olds will be shown to you. We're going to help you choose and show you our favorite reads.

The Best Books for 4-Year-Olds of 2022

For 4-year-olds, these are our favorite books.

Harold and the Purple Crayon

Encouraging Adventure

During this story, Harold and his purple crayon go on a journey. They work together to figure out how to get Harold home to his bed. This book is great for your child because it helps them think outside the box and be creative.

There are more Harold stories out there. There are more adventures for you and your child to have together if you choose this one.

The Pout-Pout Fish

For the Pouty Pants

Mr. Fish isn't happy. He swims around and spreads his gloomy mood to all the other fish. They've had enough. Because he doesn't think he can do anything about it, he just keeps going. But will there be someone who can make him change his mind?

For its use of silly rhyme, this one made our list. There are also fun pictures of all the sea creatures that your child will enjoy. This is a good way to get their attention. The book "Mr. Fish" is also a favorite for bedtime.

The Wonderful Things You Will Be

Dreaming Big

To keep a young child's attention, this book has a lot of rhymes and happy pictures that make them smile. If you want to talk about what the world has to offer, it's a good example of a story that can do that.

The main point of the story is to encourage kids to dream big and do what they're passionate about. One of the things we love about it is that we can see our kids and how we want them to be seen in the world.

Pete the Cat

For the Groovy Goose

Pete sings about how Pete's groovy buttons keep going off all the time, so that's what he does. There are a whole lot of books about Pete's adventures and activities, and this one is one of them. It's a big hit with kids who are younger than 3.

This story helps young children learn how to count. It also keeps the attention of the reader with fun illustrations and a silly storyline.

A Collection of Stories for 4 Year Olds

Ten Stories in One

This book is a great gift for your young reader. If you buy this, you get 10 classic fairy tales with enchanting illustrations and easy-to-read pages. They're a good way to start teaching your child to read.

In this treasury, you can show your child "The Ugly Duckling," "Jack and the Beanstalk," and other well-known stories. They may not be big readers yet, but stories with simple words and sentences can help get them to start.

The Little House

A True Classic

Here, we follow the story of a simple house in the countryside and how it stands up to the test of time. Our view changes from quiet country to a noisy and busy city.

After a while, the house misses the country and wants to go back. Every child should have this book on their book shelf.

Our favorite thing about this book is that it gives readers a chance to compare the city and the country and allows for a lot of open-ended questions during storytime.

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom

Learning the Alphabet

They all climb up a coconut tree in this story. If there is enough room for everyone as each letter is added, they worry. This book is cool because it's easy to read and it goes through the alphabet in a fun way.

If Animals Kissed Goodnight

For the Animal Lover

This is a fun story about how animals all over the world say goodnight to their parents in different ways. The peacock and the chick kiss with a high-stepping stomp, and there are many other unique ways to kiss.

It's fun and interactive, and the rhymes are easy to read and can be sung along with as you go. If your child is always moving, this might be a good book to read before bed.

Alphatales Box Set

Time for Phonics

If you want to start teaching your preschooler about phonics in a gentle way, this is a great box set to buy. 26 stories (one for each letter of the alphabet) are included in this book set. There are also exciting activities and short poems at the end of each book. There's also a guide to help you with the process.

Keep in mind that this set is for kids who start preschool and go through the first grade, so it will grow with your child as they grow.

The Gruffalo

Stretching the Imagination

It's the perfect title for a book that will help your 4-year-old think outside the box. To avoid being eaten by other animals, this little mouse hides from them in the woods. He comes up with a monster called the "Gruffalo," and he wants to scare them away.

We like this one because it uses creativity to solve problems, which might make your child want to do the same thing. Because of its use of rhyme, it's also a good book for young children.

Tips for Reading with Preschoolers

When kids are young, they’re in their prime for developing cognitive abilities through reading. Despite this, the American Academy of Pediatrics says that one in three American children start school without the beginner literary skills needed for learning to read.

If you want your child to have a leg up on literacy before they enter kindergarten, encouraging a passion for reading is a must. By the time your child turns 4, they should approach things curiously and will probably have an expansive vocabulary. They may be able to recognize most letters and, in some cases, write their name (1).

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