Best Children's Books on the Body of 2025

Celebrity dancer Allison Holker Boss and her late husband Stephen “tWitch” Boss's first picture book, Keep Dancing Through: A Boss Family Groove, is a touching celebration of family and their motto of perseverance. The Boss family's daily routine, from breakfast spills to rainy days, is a reminder of the power of dance and spreading love and kindness. The book encourages readers of all ages to dance to their own beat. The book includes a letter from the author and is beautifully illustrated by Shellene Wright. Keep Dancing Through is a heartwarming read that will inspire readers to keep dancing, no matter what.

The children's book "Everyone Poops" by Taro Gomi is a classic potty-training guide that has been a favorite for generations. This new hardcover edition is as hilarious and engaging as the original, with colorful illustrations and a playful narrative that make the concept of using the bathroom concrete for young readers. The book is perfect for children aged 6 months to 3 years old, parents, grandparents, and caregivers who are potty-training a toddler, and makes a great gift for baby showers and birthdays. "Everyone Poops" is a must-have book for any family with young children.

This children's picture book, titled "Bodies Are Cool" is a celebration of body positivity and diversity. The book features colorful illustrations of people with different skin tones, hair types, and body shapes engaging in everyday activities. It is a great introduction to diversity for young readers without being explicitly about it. The book uses people-centric language and imagery that doesn't divide along explicit lines. The joyful illustrations and encouraging refrain instill body acceptance and confidence in the youngest of readers. In conclusion, "Bodies Are Cool" is a refreshing take on the universality of the human experience and a pure celebration of all the different human bodies that exist in the world.

We Poop on the Potty! is a hilarious and informative children's book that introduces the concept of potty training through whimsical illustrations. It covers how every creature, big or small, poops, including pets, animals in the wild and underwater. It even raises the question of how unicorns, dragons, and aliens poop. The book emphasizes that wherever animals may poop, humans poop on the potty. It's a recipient of the prestigious Mom's Choice Award for its production quality, educational value, and originality. We Poop on the Potty! is a must-read for parents and kids who want to laugh and learn about potty training!

Let's Go to the Potty! is a charming and engaging book that helps toddlers ages 1 to 3 learn how to use the potty with ease. This illustrated story is designed to provide gentle support and encouragement to little ones during their potty training journey. The book includes age-appropriate content, child-friendly language, and images that make potty training a fun and positive experience. The inclusive, gender-neutral approach of the book makes it easy for any toddler to relate to the story. Overall, this book is an excellent tool for parents and caregivers who want to make the potty training process smooth and enjoyable for their little ones.

The Foot Book by Dr. Seuss is a fun and engaging board book that introduces young readers to the world of opposites through feet. The book features Dr. Seuss's signature rhymes and colorful illustrations that will keep kids entertained and also help them learn about different kinds of feet, such as slow feet, quick feet, big feet, and small feet. The book is printed in a sturdy board format that's perfect for little hands aged 0-3 and is a great addition to any child's bookshelf. Overall, The Foot Book is a delightful tribute to the diverse and multifaceted world of feet that children will love.

Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb is a delightful board book that introduces babies and toddlers to the concept of hands, fingers, and thumbs through the fun and playful antics of a band of musical monkeys. Written in rollicking rhyme, this simplified edition of Al Perkins' classic book is perfect for reading aloud and engaging young children in the joy of making music. The colorful illustrations by Eric Gurney add to the book's charm and appeal. Overall, Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb is a must-have for any child's library and a perfect way to introduce little ones to the world of books and music.

My First Learn-to-Talk Book is an interactive word book designed by a speech-language pathologist to help babies and toddlers learn to talk. The book features simple, exciting sounds that are easy for little ones to imitate, rhythm and rhyme to encourage repetition, and real photographs that model correct mouth positions. Caregivers will appreciate the easy-to-understand information and the opportunity to model important aspects of communication. This book is a great purchase for public libraries and a valuable resource for parents looking to support their child's early language development.

From Head to Toe Board Book by Eric Carle is a delightful and interactive book that encourages young readers to copy animal movements. With vibrant collages and simple instructions, children will learn the importance of listening, exercising, and taking on a new challenge. The book features a variety of familiar animals, including giraffes, monkeys, donkeys, seals, and more, inviting young children to copy their antics. Overall, this book is a fun-filled interactive picture book that helps children learn important skills such as careful listening, focusing attention, and following instructions.

The Belly Button Book! by Sandra Boynton is a delightful board book that features a fun and quirky story about bare-bellied hippos and their belly buttons. The book is filled with joyful rhyming text and inimitable illustrations, making it an enduring read-aloud fun for children. The navel-shaped die-cut cover and sturdy pages make it a perfect choice for little hands. The author, Sandra Boynton, is a popular American cartoonist, children's author, songwriter, producer, and director, and her creativity shines through in this book. Overall, The Belly Button Book! is an excellent addition to any children's book collection.