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    Best New Board Books | April 2018

    Bianca SchulzeBy Bianca Schulze3 Mins Read Ages 0-3 Best Kids Stories Board Books Book Lists
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    The Children’s Book Review | April 30, 2018

    4 New Release Board Books

    The 4 colorful new board books listed here are the titles we feel represent the best of April 2018. Ready. Set. Read!


    Happy Birthday to YouHappy Birthday to You!

    Illustrated by Nicola Slater

    Publisher’s Synopsis: A group of musicians is traveling to a café for a surprise celebration. Press the buttons to hear them play their instruments . . . and join in with the whole band at the end to wish one little otter a very happy birthday! With a flute, guitar, violin, and piano, plus a rousing “big band” chorus and a splendid light-up birthday cake, this delightful little book makes the perfect birthday gift.

    Order a Copy Now: Indiebound | Amazon | Barnes and Noble

    Ages 4-8 | Publisher: Nosy Crow | April 3, 2018 | ISBN-13: 978-0763699437


    Little Truck Chronicle BooksLittle Truck

    Written and Illustrated by Taro Gomi

    Publisher’s Synopsis: Little Truck is setting out to explore! He’s going fast, climbing hills, and braving tunnels, being just the right amount of careful along the way. But no matter how far he goes, his caring parent is never far behind. This on-the-go board book by beloved author-illustrator Taro Gomi is perfect for toddlers moving onwards and upwards to big adventures.

    Order a Copy Now: Indiebound | Amazon | Barnes and Noble

    Ages 2-5 | Publisher: Chronicle Books | April 3, 2018 | ISBN-13: 978-1452163000


    Dig- Peek-a-Flap Board BookPeek-a-Flap Dig!

    Written by Jaye Garnett

    Illustrated by Mattia Cerato

    Publisher’s Synopsis: Explore all kinds of busy construction sites! Each scene features a pair of lift-a-flaps with peek-a-boo surprises. Inside the flaps, you’ll find additional tidbits about construction work.

    Order a Copy Now: Indiebound | Amazon | Barnes and Noble

    Ages 1-5 | Publisher: Cottage Door Press | April 10, 2018 | ISBN-13: 978-1680522990


    Everybody Goes Nighty-NightEverybody Goes Nighty-Night

    Illustrated by Sandra Magsamen

    Publisher’s Synopsis: So going to sleep
    is not just for you.
    Everything, everywhere
    goes to sleep too!

    In the tradition of soothing bedtime books like Goodnight Moon, this original new offering from Sandra Magsamen is perfect for snuggling up and showing your sleepyhead that everyone and everything goes to bed. Animals and fun surprises are waiting to be revealed under each spread’s sturdy lift-the-flap, and the final page features all of the animals cuddled up together, ready for sweet dreams.

    This is a brand-new novelty board book from Sandra Magsamen, the bestselling creator of over 30 baby and toddler books, with sales of over 3 million copies worldwide.

    Order a Copy Now: Indiebound | Amazon | Barnes and Noble

    Ages 1-3 | Publisher: Cartwheel Books | April 24, 2018 | ISBN-13: 978-0545927994


    *Header image from ‘Little Truck’ by Taro Gomi (Chronicle Books, 2018)

    For more of the best new board books for kids, follow along with our articles tagged with New Books for Kids, Books for Ages 0-3, and Board Books.

    What to Read Next:

    1. The Best Board Books of 2018
    2. Best New Board Books | April 2017
    3. Best New Board Books | May 2018
    4. Best New Board Books | May 2017

    *Disclosure: Please note that this post may contain affiliate links that share some commission. Rest assured that these will not affect the cost of any products and services promoted here. Our team always provides their authentic opinion in all content published on this site.

    Best Kids Books of 2018 Best New Kids Books Board Books Cartwheel Books Chronicle Books Cottage Door Press Jaye Garnett Mattia Cerato Nicola Slater Nosy Crow Sandra Magsamen Taro Gomi
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    Bianca Schulze is the founder of The Children’s Book Review. She is a reader, reviewer, mother and children’s book lover. She also has a decade’s worth of experience working with children in the great outdoors. Combined with her love of books and experience as a children’s specialist bookseller, the goal is to share her passion for children’s literature to grow readers. Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, she now lives with her husband and three children near Boulder, Colorado.

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