Bird Book List for Preschoolers

Bird Book List for Preschoolers

Spring is in the air which means you are probably on the lookout for engaging and educational bird books for preschoolers? Dive into the world of feathered friends with these fun reads designed just for preschoolers and early learners. Let's make learning about birds a blast for our preschoolers! The collection of beautifully illustrated bird books will captivate their imaginations and teach them about various bird species. 

Take a look at some of our most favorite books about birds for your preschoolers:

Ruby's Birds

This fun book follows the adventures of Ruby, a curious and imaginative young girl. With a pair of binoculars in hand, Ruby embarks on a journey to discover the fascinating world of birds around her. Through vibrant illustrations and a charming narrative, the book introduces young readers to the fun of birdwatching.

Backyard Birding

Spending a quiet afternoon observing the birds in your own backyard is a fantastic way to learn more about birds! Use this book as a guide for learning more about the birds native to your area. This is a great opportunity to introduce books as a resource tool for young children. 

Mama Built a Little Nest

From mud and twigs to feathers and spiderwebs, children will discover the creative ways these birds build their nests. This picture book gives preschoolers a look into how birds build a nest and why.

All Kinds of Nests

This book explores the incredible variety of homes that animals build for themselves and their young. From the treetops to the ocean floor, readers will encounter nests made of mud, leaves, sticks, and even saliva. Nests aren't just for birds and preschoolers will learn all about the different types of nests.

Mrs. Peanuckles Bird Alphabet

Are your preschoolers curious about the different types of birds out there? If so, this is the book for them. It takes preschoolers through the entire alphabet with a bird species for each letter. This is such a fun story and one of our favorites.

Birds

As the seasons change and birds come and go, preschoolers will love learning about the exploration of all the different birds. Birds is a simple reminder of the beauty that is right outside are windows.

A Nest is Noisy

Ideal for exploring animal habitats, this book brings preschoolers into the diverse nests beyond birds. From insects to mammals, it introduces a variety of creatures and their nesting environments. Your preschoolers will be fascinated by the array of nests and who lives in them.

An Egg is Quiet 

This fun book is different take on birds but instead focuses on the eggs! A picture book that takes preschoolers on a journey through the diverse shapes, sizes, colors, and textures of eggs. A great conversation about how different birds are born and what's really inside of those eggs.

There's a Bird on Your Head

​The story follows the lovable Elephant and Piggie as Gerald discovers that he has a bird perched on his head, much to his dismay. What unfolds is a hilarious story about friendship and problem-solving.

Peck Peck Peck

Birds love to peck! Follow the story of this adorable woodpecker who just learned to peck. This picture book encourages preschoolers to learn new schools and to be proud of the new skills!

Feathers for Lunch

Join Sneakers as he prowls through the neighborhood, collecting an assortment of feathers from various birds. This book not only entertains but also sparks curiosity about the natural world and the feathered friends that share our surroundings. Such a fun exploration of birds and the illustrations are vibrant!

Grumpy Bird

Bird is well....grumpy. But, his friends don't want to him to be grumpy but they go along with his grumpiness to find solutions to gear those grumpies!

The Bird Who Was Scared to Fly

Colin the crow overcomes his fear of heights with the support of newfound animal companions. Faced with the challenge of flying, Colin must find the inner strength to conquer his apprehensions. Join Colin on his journey as he seeks the motivation he needs and learns that with the encouragement of good friends, anyone can overcome their fears.

All the Birds in the World

An incredible detailed look into all the different birds in the world. This story is filled with colorful illustrations that teach preschoolers about what makes birds unique. 

View all my Bird Book Picks in my Bookshop

We hope you discovered a new book or two that you can include in your Spring or Bird thematic units! Books are one of the best ways to explore feathers, flight, and beaks! If these books leave you chirping for more be sure to check out the rest of my Book Picks all about Birds in my bookshop!

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