Kids love books, and they love farm animals. Put the two together and you have a great combination. Check out these kids’ books about farm animals, then take a trip to your local orchard’s petting zoo to see them up close.
Good Night, Farm: A Touch-and-Feel Storybook
Written by Patricia Hegarty and illustrated by Thomas Elliott, this touch-and-feel storybook follows Owl as she flies around the farm at night to watch the other animals getting ready for bed. From snuffling horses to wiggly pigs, Good Night, Farm, is a great way to get kids to nod off at night.
Hello, Farm!
Great for babies because it’s chew-proof, rip-proof, nontoxic, and washable, Hello, Farm! is part of the beloved Indestructibles series that helps ease little ones into their story time. As a parent, you know babies read with their mouths and hands, making this waterproof and portable book a must-have for any household. Featuring bright, engaging pictures and few words, this emergent literacy tool will make a solid addition to your nursery bookcase.
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Sheepy
This Sleepy Sheepy Story board book is illustrated by New York Times bestselling illustrator Pete Oswald and written by author Lucy Ruth Cummins. This silly and sing-songy bedtime board book is an homage to the original bedtime song called “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.” Its sturdy pages make for the ideal bedtime read for kids who have a tough time going to bed. After you read this one, you can try the other books in the series: Sleepy Sheepy, Sheepy Sheepy and the Sheepover, and Creepy Sheepy.
Goat on the Go: Scout’s Delicious Day
This is the second book in The Goat on the Go series, and it follows the story of Scout the mischievous goat as he tackles yet another adventure. He can’t resist setting off on a tasty quest that brings him beyond Stephens Farm and into the busy downtown area. His exciting journey celebrates friendship, curiosity, and the joy of new experiences. Your kids will laugh at his latest shenanigans while eagerly flipping the pages.
Perfect for kids ages three to eight, this farm adventure is written by Natalie Horseman and illustrated by Cosette Alcalde.
Chicks Don’t Eat Candy
The latest book in the Awesome Animals series, Chicks Don’t Eat Candy is geared toward newborns up to age five. This light-hearted book tells kids about taste buds and different flavors. A great read-aloud book, your kids will love this playful call-and-response format to keep them engaged and interacting.
We hope you and your kids love reading about animals and look forward to seeing on you on the farm!
