Ten Picture Books For Toddlers

My two-year-old daughter, Harper, is in that in-between stage where board books are sometimes too simplistic for her, but picture books can be too wordy.  Going to the library is a little more time consuming now than it used to be, since I need to scan each picture book before we check it out to ensure that there aren't more than a few sentences on each page.  Here are a few not-too-long picture books that have recently captured my daughter's heart, and are fun for mom and dad to read as well:  

Time to Say "Please"! By Mo Willems

This list is basically a grand round of applause to Mo Willems.  Children and parents everywhere love you, Mr. Willems.

Pirate, Viking, and Scientist by Jared Chapman

Harper likes pirates, and I like that this book exposes her to some more scientific words like "theory" and "experiment."   Plus the illustrations are cute.

Leonardo the Terrible Monster by Mo Willems

Harper has a cousin on both sides of her family named Sam, so this book was an auto win for her.

The Pigeon Needs A Bath!  by Mo Willems

I told you.  We really like Mr. Willems.

Sam and Dave Dig A Hole by Mac Barnett

Harper and I were both completely enchanted by this award winning book.  The dog especially cracks me up.

Hide And Snake by Keith Baker

These illustrations are top notch, and Harper loves finding the snake on each page.

Falling for Rapunzel by Leah Wilcox

Harper doesn't know the original Rapunzel story yet, but I do, so I thought this book was hilarious.  Harper likes it anyway.  :)

Don't Push The Button! by Bill Cotter

This book is more interactive for kids.  Harper is perfectly fine with that.

A New Chick for Chickies by Janee Trasler

I picked this one up as a primer for Harper, since she will be getting a baby brother this August.  Happily, she took to it immediately.  Hopefully she takes to the bambino just as quickly when he comes.  *fingers majorly crossed*

Chengdu Could Not, Would Not, Fall Asleep by Barney Saltzberg

Panda bears are basically the greatest of all God's creations according to Harper, so I didn't even check to see if it was too wordy before adding this to our library pile.  Luckily it isn't too wordy, but the pictures of panda bears are really what makes it in this house.

What other picture books would you recommend to the young picture book crowd?  We're always looking for suggestions around here.