Book suggestions for Pre-K

There are so many wonderful books in the world! Here are just a few suggestions for children in Pre-K. These age-appropriate books are packed with rich vocabulary and cover a range of interesting topics. Plus, they’re all available through the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library! A special thanks to our partners at the Library and MECK Pre-K for their assistance in assembling this list.

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A Pocket for Corduroy, by Don Freeman

Amy Wu and the Patchwork Dragon, by Kat Zhang

Goldilocks and the Three Bears, by Jan Brett

Henny Penny, by Paul Galdone

Lubna and Pebble, by Wendy Meddour

Mara Plants a Seed, by Robert Furros & Donna Jo Napoli

Old Rock (is Not Boring), by Deb Pilutti

Paper Bag Princess, by Robert Munsch

Saturday, by Oge Mora

The Color Collector, by Nicholas Solis

The Grouchy Ladybug, by Eric Carle

The Little Wooden Robot and Log Princess, by Tom Gauld

The Loud Librarian, by Jenna Beatrice

The Mitten, by Jan Brett

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