In this blog, we discuss three picture books about animals for preschoolers, suitable from 3 years old. All books are available at Kinderboekenland!
The Leaf Thief - picture book about animals for preschoolers
Author: Alice Hemming
ISBN: 9789048319633
Summary
Another fun picture book about animals for preschoolers is The Leaf Thief. In the forest lives a little squirrel who loves leaves. He collects them all in his house, but then he discovers that there is another animal that also collects leaves: a big, strong bear. The squirrel is afraid of the bear, but he also knows he doesn't want to lose his leaves. He comes up with a clever plan to outsmart the bear.
Review
This book is a cheerful and exciting story that will also make children laugh. The squirrel is a likeable protagonist and the bear is a funny antagonist. And Alice Hemming's illustrations are colorful and lively and therefore perfectly match the story.
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The Story Tree - read-aloud book - preschoolers
Authors: Marianne Busscher & Ron Schröder ISBN: 9789048860760
Summary
The last picture book about animals for preschoolers is actually more of a read-aloud book with stories. In the forest stands a big story tree. The tree is full of stories, told by the animals living in the forest. Every day new animals come to the tree to hear stories. The stories are exciting, funny and educational.
Review
This book is a collection of short, simple stories for children. The stories are all original and offer a fun look at the world of animals. Marianne Busscher's illustrations are colorful and lively and perfectly match the stories.
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Anansi the Spider stronger than elephant - picture book about animals for preschoolers
Author: Iven Cudogham
ISBN: 9789025773649
Summary
Anansi is a small, but clever spider who lives in Africa. He is not as strong as the other animals in the forest, but he always finds a way to outsmart them. So, one day Anansi sees a tree full of bananas. He wants to eat the bananas, but he can't reach them. He devises a plan to get the bananas.
Review
This book is a classic from African folk tales. The story is exciting and educational and teaches children that you can also be clever even if you are not big or strong. Iven Cudogham's illustrations are colorful and lively and also perfectly match the story.
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Conclusion 'picture books about animals for preschoolers'
These three books are all highly recommended for preschoolers. And the books are also fun, educational and perfectly suited for the age group. Finally, therefore, the recommendation in order.
Recommendation
- First, The Leaf Thief is recommended for preschoolers who love animals and exciting stories.
- Second, The Story Tree is recommended for preschoolers who love animals and original stories.
- And finally, Anansi the Spider stronger than elephant is also recommended for preschoolers who love exciting and educational stories.
