One thing I always try to incorporate in my lesson plans is children’s books. Books are so powerful and are very useful with connecting with children. I’ve found that using books for teaching the alphabet is so helpful for little ones. There are so many great books out there, but today I want to share the best alphabet books for preschoolers.
I believe that children don’t need to practice memorizing the alphabet letters and that a “Letter of the Week” program isn’t very effective. The alphabet is comprised of 40 different shapes, so it may take longer for some kids to start recognizing letters. I believe the best way to teach the alphabet is to weave in hands-on learning activities along with reading quality books. I’m writing a new preschool curriculum right now that focuses on learning the alphabet this way. I can’t wait to share it with you! (It will be out this summer!!)
In the meantime, today I’m sharing my absolute favorite children’s books for teaching the alphabet. Here they are!
Letter A

Letter B

Letter C

Letter D

Letter E

Letter F

Letter G

Letter H

Letter I

Letter J

Letter K

Letter L

Letter M

Letter N

Letter O

Letter P

Letter Q

Letter R

Letter S

Letter T

Letter U

Letter V

Letter W

Letter X

Letter Y

Letter Z

Do you have any favorite alphabet books? I’d love to hear your favorites in the comments!
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom has always been one of our favorites. LMNO Peas is another favorite. My daughter would love ABC T Rex.
Sandpaper letters sounds great for a tactile option which would really benefit those hands on children.
So many great books! I’d love to read Alphabet Oops! The Day Z Went First.
I love all the resources I would like the Three Bears Alphabet. This was extremely helpful.
You’re helping so much! Thanks
During Storytime at our local library the librarian sets up a table with some available books that the children can see and take for checkout. One week the theme was silly stories and my 4 year old granddaughter chose, “A Busy Creature’s Day Eating” by Mo Willems. It is an alphabet story about a creature who eats something from each letter of the alphabet. She really engaged in the story as his choices get silly and the creature has to deal with the consequences of his choices.
This sounds like an amazing book. We love Mo Willems!
Awesome..
. how beautiful journey through memorable books…