There’s been a baby boom in my family lately, and more are on the way!  We published a great article about throwing  a book baby shower last year.  I’ve always loved giving books as baby gifts because they’ll be enjoyed for years and even handed down from generation to generation.  That’s more than you can say for frilly outfit or a pack of disposable diapers.

When my niece was born over two years ago, I picked out a few of my childhood favorites to add to her library: Where the Wild Things Are, Little House in the Big Woods, and Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No-Good, Very Bad Day.  Now she has a little sister who needs to start a collection of her own.

I also have a new little second cousin, once removed.  I’m pretty sure they have all the clothing and gear they could ever want, so I’ll probably get him some books, too.

What are your favorite children’s books?  Did you save any of your own childhood favorites to read to your kids?  What should I get my new niece and second cousin, once removed?  (Note: If you are the parent of the aforementioned bundles of joy, please stop reading  lest you spoil the wonderful surprise you are about to receive. . . .)

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