Reading Guides

Short, calm guides for parents who want fewer, better book decisions.
Start with the pillar guide, then go deeper if you want.

The Best Books to Read to Babies (0–18 Months) guide

The Best Books to Read to Babies (0–18 Months)

A calm guide to choosing books for babies — what matters, what doesn’t, and how to start without overthinking.

Books for 6-Month-Old Babies: What Actually Works guide

Books for 6-Month-Old Babies: What Actually Works

A simple, reassuring guide to choosing books for six-month-olds — focused on repetition, interaction, and shared moments.

Books for 1-Year-Olds: Rhythm, Pointing, and Familiar Stories guide

Books for 1-Year-Olds: Rhythm, Pointing, and Familiar Stories

What actually works for one-year-olds: books that invite pointing, naming, repetition, and small routines.

How to Read to a Baby (Without Overthinking It) guide

How to Read to a Baby (Without Overthinking It)

A calm, practical guide to reading with your baby — how long, how often, and what actually matters.

Why Babies Love Repetition (And Why That’s a Good Thing) guide

Why Babies Love Repetition (And Why That’s a Good Thing)

A calm explanation of why babies ask for the same books again and again — and how repetition supports early learning.

Board Books vs Picture Books: What’s the Difference? guide

Board Books vs Picture Books: What’s the Difference?

A simple explanation of board books versus picture books — what each is for, and which works best for babies.

When to Start Reading to Your Baby guide

When to Start Reading to Your Baby

A reassuring guide to when reading actually begins — and why it’s okay to start earlier (or later) than you expect.

What Makes a Good Baby Book (And What Matters Less) guide

What Makes a Good Baby Book (And What Matters Less)

A thoughtful look at what actually makes a baby book work — and why simplicity, repetition, and warmth matter most.

Is It Okay If My Baby Chews Books? guide

Is It Okay If My Baby Chews Books?

A reassuring look at why babies chew books — and why it’s a normal part of early exploration.

A Simple Baby Reading Kit (For Parents Who Don’t Want to Overthink It) guide

A Simple Baby Reading Kit (For Parents Who Don’t Want to Overthink It)

A thoughtfully chosen set of board books that covers the basics of early reading — without guesswork or overwhelm.