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8 Must-Have Books for 2-Year-Olds

  • September 4, 2023
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Looking for the best books for 2-year-olds? Epic has everything from tried and true classics to new favorites.

The smallest readers can have the biggest imaginations. Let your kid’s mind soar with these fun books for little ones. They’ll be immersed in new worlds that teach them perseverance, or just be comforted by how much they are loved. Here’s a list of some of the best books for 2-year-olds on Epic. 

Emma’s Rainy Day

By: Jane Gillespie
This fun adventure story proves that imagination can turn the most mundane day into a day full of fun. Emma doesn’t let a rainy day stop her. She embraces big sea creatures and a rushing waterfall paired with fun illustrations for a captivating read.

Mama, Do You Love Me?

By: Barbara Joosse
This bestselling classic is a favorite book for little ones. Set in a beautiful arctic landscape, this universal story shows young readers how the special love between a parent and a child transcends all boundaries of time and place.

You Can Do It!

By: Betsy Lewin
We all need motivation, especially little ones adjusting to the world around them. That’s what makes this a great book for 2-year-olds. This adorable alligator finds his confidence along the way, encouraging tiny readers to believe in themselves too.

Lucy Tries Short Track

By: Lisa Bowes
In this adventure, Lucy is trying track speed skating. Not an easy sport, but she tackles it head on with her friends. This is the second book in the Lucy Tries Sports series, aimed to inspire children to be physically active and participate in sports.

Lovely

By: Jess Hong
This sweet story teaches the lesson that in a world of differences, we are all still lovely! From small to big and loud to quiet, children are reminded they are all lovely in their own special way. That makes this one of the cutest books for 2-year-olds.

Elmo’s Emojis

By: Sesame Workshop
This fun Read-to-Me book shows kids how to identify their own feelings like their favorite Sesame Street characters do. Young readers will see what Cookie Monster does when he’s feeling worried and how Abby expresses that she’s feeling proud. Features fun sound effects and familiar voices that are sure to delight fans of the show.

The Octonauts & the Frown Fish

By: Meomi
On a mission to make their friend smile, the Octonauts try everything to cheer him up– from music-making to mini golf. Little ones will wait to see if frown fish will ever be happy on this friendly adventure.

From One to Ten

By: Mies Van Hout
Some of the best books for 2-year-olds keep their little minds engaged and curious. The whimsical illustrations in this book do just that. From counting cat’s whiskers to a crocodile’s teeth, the vivid colors and animals will inspire children to count along.

When it comes to the best books for 2-year-olds, this is just the beginning! Get their imaginations running and little wheels turning with thousands of books on Epic. If you want to explore more titles for younger readers, check out our Great Books for Preschool Collection.

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