Over 5. 0 Chapter Books for Preschoolers and 3 Year Olds. Its a tricky business, choosing appropriate read aloud chapter books for preschoolers. This is especially true for your three year old, since as we all know there is a world of difference between just three and almost four. My youngest, who is now 3 12, has been listening in when I read to Kiddo but he does not always comprehend the more advanced chapter books which are suitable for his 7 year old brother. My 3 year old likes to chat with me about stories we have read and I listen carefully because he gives me a clues as to which books he truly comprehends. Also check out this advice on how to help young children love chapter books. Im by no means advocating that parents abandon picture books in favor of longer chapter books. Both have a place in your read aloud arsenal. For picture book recommendations take a look at our INDEX of  BOOK LISTS. If you are looking for early read aloud chapter books, the following list should be helpful. Based on my observations of both boys, Ive noted which books are particularly suitable the younger three year olds. Book History The Enchanted Wood Faraway Tree 1 May 1939 36 8 X 6 192 pages Dark olivegreen cloth boards and title on spine in black with a dustwrapper. And, of course, all of these books are appropriate for older kids to read alone or to listen in on while you read aloud to younger siblings. Note Book lists contain affiliate links. Three Tales of My Fathers Dragon. I mentioned this classic boy on a quest trilogy in my post about dragon books, and on many other lists It is my number one recommendation for a first chapter book read aloud. Patch Francais Age Empire 2'>Patch Francais Age Empire 2. Catwings series. Cats with wings You know there are a lot of adventures to be hadFour flying cats leave the city for the country, where they must overcome danger. Not to worry, all ends happily. This is another set of books suitable for even the youngest listeners. Its also a great one to put high on the list of first chapter books to read aloud. Dinosaur Trouble. I love to sing the praises of Dick King Smith most famous for Babe The Gallant Pig as an essential go to author for early chapter books. In this one young dinosaurs make friends and take on the scary T Rex. Lately, my son has been asking for this one over and over and over  Lady Lollipop. A spoiled princess chooses a pig for her eighth birthday present. During the pigs training the princess, herself gets a bit of a makeover. Also try the sequel, Clever Lollipop. These may be good for your young 3 year old. Milly Molly Mandy. This is a cheerful, wholesome and charming collection of timeless stories about a young girl and how she goes through her first experiences like spending her pennies, sleeping away from home and looking after a hedgehog. Darling and a terrific choice for parents who want a classic book for kids with short attention spans. Upstairs Mouse, Downstairs Mole series. There are a few Mouse and Mole books Yee is one of our favorite authors and they are in the easy reader section of the library. Offers news, comment and features about the British arts scene with sections on books, films, music, theatre, art and architecture. Requires free registration. Christmas antique collection paper and lametta ornaments plus verzameling antiek papier en karton kerst versiering. Check out our Coming Soon selection and preorder books up to two years in advance with free delivery worldwide. This is the first book in The Uncommoners trilogy. Seb and his sister Ivy are taken to a secret city called Lundinor, set beneath the streets of London. However, they also make good read alouds for young 3s. Also available on Kindle. Mercy Watson to the Rescue. Mercy is a toast loving pig who happens to get into all sorts of crazy scrapes. Excellent for young 3s and accompanied by delicious, colorful pictures. The Christmas Book Enid Blyton First Edition' title='The Christmas Book Enid Blyton First Edition' />Super. Duper Teddy. This was one of Kiddos first read alouds. Teddy is a four year old who gets his first job feeding the neighbors cats. All of the kids live in the same apartment building in NYC. There is an entire series of Riverside Kids books and although you may be able to find them at your library, most are out of print sad face. UPDATE Im so excited that this series is now available in digital format. Check out all The Riverside Kids on Kindle   Jenny and the Cat Club series. Averill started writing about Jenny and her gang of feline friends in the 1. The Christmas Book Enid Blyton First Edition' title='The Christmas Book Enid Blyton First Edition' />These are short chapter books and go quickly for kids with less than stellar attention spans. Mrs. Noodlekugel. A babysitter who brings gingerbread mice to lifeThats got to be fun. In fact, these books are quite silly and imaginative. My 3 12 year old, loves this one and asks for it all the time. He can listen to it in one sitting. Also available for the Kindle. Mrs. Piggle Wiggle. Speaking of old ladies with funny names youve no doubt heard of this one. Its generally recommended for slightly older children, but I read it to New Kid and Kiddo at the same time and found it to entertain both boys equally. The chapters can be long, so make sure you have a few other chapter books under your belt before you start this one. Winnie the Pooh. A classic which needs no introduction. Children of all ages love the wit and wisdom of Winnie the Pooh, plus it is wonderful for parents to reread classics they remember hearing when they were little. A wonderful gentle choice and great for bedtimeDont be surprised if you hear your children chanting Tiddely Pom, during the day. The Night Fairy. A fairy must get used to living in the sunlight and along the way exhibits bravery and ingenuity while befriending other garden creature. Boos Dinosaur. Boo has an imaginary dinosaur friend, but her brother Sammy needs some convincing. This is a great choice if you are looking for a book about good sibling relationships. Also try the sequel, Boos Surprise, which is equally imaginative. Your three year old should be able to appreciate this one. The Anna Hibiscus series books were written with early readers in mind, but the stories about Anna and her extended family in Africa make excellent read alouds for even the younger three year olds. I love that I can recommend a quality chapter book that introduces children to life in modern Africa. Anna Hibiscus is also on my list of multicultural early chapter books and early chapter book series with strong girl protagonists. The Children of Noisy Village. These books are often overlooked for the more well known Pippi Longstocking by the same author. The chapters can also function as stand alone stories about a charming group a children and neighbors in Swedens farmland. You might like it as an alternative to the Little House books. Lotta on Troublemaker Street. Since we are talking Astrid Lindgren books, heres another overlooked series by her, also appropriate for young listeners, and a good one to start your chapter book journey. Lotta is five years old and has a bit of trouble keeping out of scrapes. If you like the Ramona books by Beverly Cleary, here is her Swedish counterpart. Emil and the Great Escape. Okay, okay, I cant resist Heres another Astrid Lindgren series. Emil is good natured and well meaning, but that doesnt keep him out of trouble What I love about Emil is that even though he gets into mischievous scrapes on and around the family farm, his heart is always in the right place. Plus, the old fashioned charm of Lindgrens storytelling is appropriate for all ages. Mr. Poppers Penguins. I first read this 1. Newbery Honor Book to Kiddo when he was four, but we recently listened to the audio book on a road trip and 3 year old New Kid found it to be hilarious. Its hard not to laugh at a house full of penguins. Two Times the Fun. Four stories about 4 year old twins by dependable author Beverly Cleary. The Ramona series can be hard as a first chapter book read aloud because the chapters are so loooong. Start here instead. Qfd Tutorial on this page. Toys Go Outtrilogy. I realize Ive told you about this series a million times, but thats because you need to read themJenkins droll storytelling style is perfect for communicating the adventures of toys when their owner is away.