The Best All About Me Books for Preschool! - Happily Ever Elephants (2024)

Why are all about me books important?

All about me books are fabulous for helping kids understand their unique selves. They encourage children to talk about their bodies, their emotions, their families, their needs, their desires and their unique attributes. These stories offer the perfect entryway for discussions on a whole host of topics!

Can you recommend books that help teach children about their families in addition to themselves?

Absolutely! Our families, of course, make up so much of who we are as individuals. Check out all of our children’s books about families here!

Are these all about me books good for the Playing Preschool curriculum?

Yes! In fact, this list has been designed with Year 2 of Playing Preschool in mind. For all of our Playing Preschool book lists, click here! And to learn more about the program, click here.

We are all individuals, and as each and every one of us has our own unique attributes, we all have something to celebrate! This all about me book for preschool is a perfect reminder that each of us is special in our own way. It encourages kids to ask themselves, “what do I love about me?” It also serves as a wonderful children’s book to boost self-esteem!

This is a stunning poem, a lyrical ode to loving exactly who you are! It’s one of those beautiful picture books you can’t put down without feeling an instant sense of serenity, a feel-good book that empowers all readers to love themselves – and all of their unique abilities and attributes – unconditionally.

This is always a fan favorite, as kids simply love Sesame Street. While it may not be the most exciting or innovative all about me book for preschool, it shows children that each and every one of us are made up of the same parts, No matter how different we may look on the outside, we are all very much the same at our core. This is a great read to help young kids understand the beauty of diversity, and it acts as a wonderful springpoint for discussion, especially for those of you with older children.

Susan Verde and Peter Reynolds strike again, and in their newest installment of the I Am Books, they are back and better than ever. Have you ever felt that you had to hide your true self from the world? That you were holding back for fear of the response you may get from others? We’ve all felt that way, yet each and every one of us is worthy of celebration, and when we show the world who we are we will not only leave a lasting mark, but we will live with joy! I love how this book encourages all readers to love themselves and live authentically!

If you have a toddler in your house, this one is a must! In this darling toddler book about feelings, girls and boys feel various emotions: happy, sad, silly, mad, and more. The detailed illustrations on each spread depict children in different situations, and their facial expressions help kids understand why they are experiencing particular feelings under the given circ*mstances. Simple, yet effective, I just adore this book to use as both a foundation for building emotional literacy and a springboard for having those vital early conversations with little ones about feelings.

This is a perfect book to use as a springboard to disucss where your child’s name came from. It is also one of my very favorite Hispanic children’s books that everyone needs on their shelf! A little girl complains to her father about her long name — Alma Sofia Esperanza Jose Pura Candela. “It never fits,” she tells her Dad. Her frustration prompts a discussion between father and child as to why Alma was given such a long name, and Alma’s eyes suddenly open tothe legacies she carries with her and the beloved ancestors for whom she was named. Upon learning all about her vibrant name, Alma realizes that it may be the perfect fit after all. Check out our full review here!

This fantastic story takes readers on a young girl’s journey as she moves through her day. The child loves the world she lives in, but she also finds ways to self-soothe when surroundings are different and feelings are unfamiliar. Sometimes the things we need to feel safe are right inside us, and we simply need to discover how to find them in times of need. While we all hope our kids grow up surrounded by great support systems and love from family and friends, teaching them to trust themselves and that they possess all the tools they need to succeed is of vital significance. This beautiful new book speaks to these principles in a simple manner that is easy for children to grasp and profound enough that it will resonate with any grownup reading it to the child snuggling next to them.

WOW. This book is simply exquisite. Not only is the prose lyrical, lovely and pure perfection, but the photographs are unparalleled. What will you choose to be? The simple question begs a variety of answers and imaginative journeys. The result is glorious, with each uniquely creative page an ode to childhood, the power of potential, and a meditation on self-love and internal beauty. This gorgeous book is a celebration of diversity and childhood, and it is infused with wonder on each and every page.

I love books that authentically capture a child’s self-expression and the freedom with which they go about their days and routines. Here, Riley knows just what to wear each day. Whether it’s a superhero cape when Riley needs to be brave at the dentist, construction gear to help Dad at the hardware store, or a fancy ball gown to dine at a fancy restaurant, Riley always wears the clothing that feels exactly right. When another child on the playground questions whether Riley is a girl or a boy, Riley’s answer is simple: Riley is a firefighter, a dancer, a monster hunter, a pilot, and a dinosaur. LOVE this one, and it is a fun all about me book for preschoolers that encourages kids to use clothing as a way to express who they want to be each day!

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