9 best books for a one year olds

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What should dolly wear for a beach trip, a dance recital, or a snowy day? Move her from page to page in this crinkling, lift-the-flap, dress-up activity book to find the perfect outfit for any occasion. Melissa & Doug K's Kids cloth books are durably constructed to last through story time, playtime, and the washing machine, too. This babies’ book includes simple text that is easy to read aloud and encourages conversation and observation. The What Should I Wear Soft Activity Book is an ideal gift for kids ages newborn to 3 years. Add a Melissa & Doug Pretty Purse Fill and Spill Toddler Toy to round out the hands-on, screen-free play experience. For more than 30 years, Melissa & Doug has created beautifully designed imagination- and creativity-sparking products that NBC News called “the gold standard in early childhood play.” Today, Melissa & Doug is proudly partnering with the American Academy of Pediatrics to foster early brain development and help children build important life skills through play.

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By Melissa & Doug

From the Manufacturer

From classic wooden toys to crafts, pretend play, and games, Melissa & Doug products provide a launch pad to ignite imagination and a sense of wonder in all children so they can discover themselves, their passions, and their purpose.



Since the company’s founding more than 25 years ago, Melissa & Doug has consistently delivered innovative products that inspire open-ended thinking, encourage kids to see new possibilities, and offer Countless Ways to Play. It’s part of a bigger vision to Take Back Childhood. Because by giving children a true childhood with the space and freedom to explore their world, we give them a path to realizing their full potential!

• EDUCATIONAL SOFT ACTIVITY BOOK: The Melissa & Doug What Should I Wear Soft Activity Book is an animal-inspired educational lift-the-flap book for babies. The book features a removable dress-up doll, 6 delightful scenes, crinkling pages, and flaps to flip at every turn.
• MACHINE WASHABLE: Our cloth books for babies are machine washable which makes cleanup simple and convenient.
• FUN TO READ ALOUD: This babies’ book includes simple text that is easy to read aloud and encourages conversation and observation.
• GREAT GIFT FOR AGES NEWBORN to 3 YEARS: The Melissa & Doug What Should I Wear Soft Activity Baby Book is an ideal gift for kids ages 1 month to 3 years. Add a Melissa & Doug Pretty Purse Fill and Spill Toddler Toy to round out the hands-on, screen-free play experience.
• “THE GOLD STANDARD IN CHILDHOOD PLAY”: For more than 30 years, Melissa & Doug has created beautifully designed imagination- and creativity-sparking products that NBC News called “the gold standard in early childhood play.”
• 100% HAPPINESS GUARANTEE: We design every toy to the highest quality standards, and to nurture minds and hearts. If your child is not inspired, give us a call and we’ll make it right. Our phone number is on every product!

User questions & answers

Question:	Can i get a name put on the cover of what should i wear? it was personalized for my granddaughter and i find no option for that
Answer:	I don't think so
Question:	Can a 3.5 yr old with good fine motor skills do this by herself in her car seat? Don't want her to be frustrated and asking for my help
Answer:	I would think she would not have any problems once the options are explained to her. I purchased this for my two year old granddaughter, and she plays with it with very little adult guidance.
Question:	Does the book come inside a plastic protector bag
Answer:	I do not recall that it did come in a bag, but it did arrive in excellent condition. Anything I have ever ordered from Melissa & Doug has arrived in excellent contition. My granddaughter just loves this interactive book!
Question:	What Materials and Fabrics are used
Answer:	Hi! This adorable book is primarily polyester and is durable, and easy to clean: Polyester fibers, polyurethane foam, plastic film. Cleaning instructions: cold wash / line dry / no bleach / no dryer. Get ready for a good read!

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Tools for Learning

Experts say the best toys are those that encourage interaction. Our toys are designed to inspire engagement and connection with your child. Many even include enrichment ideas right on the packaging. Because kids who can imagine the possibilities become grown-ups who can make their dreams a reality!

Choosing the Best Toys

The American Academy of Pediatrics is serious about play, even urging doctors to prescribe it! Their advice: Limit screen time, make time for unstructured play, and choose toys that inspire imagination.

Melissa & Doug is here to help you fill that prescription for healthy hands-on play!

Our Promise

The Melissa & Doug signature on every product is our commitment to the highest standards.

Our Story

Melissa and Doug are real people (and parents of six) who are passionate about the power of play!

Our Mission

To ignite imagination and wonder so children discover themselves, their passions, and their purpose.

Our Toys

Made with quality and care, our toys inspire a world of discovery and hands-on learning.

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Join Scout and Violet as they explore new vocabulary in this LeapFrog Online Exclusive Scout and Violet 100 Words Book. Explore the colorful pages and touch each picture to hear them say toddler-appropriate words along with exciting facts and sound effects. Immerse your child in bilingual play by sliding the language switch to hear the words, songs and instructions in Spanish. Touch the pictures to hear silly sound effects in Fun Sounds mode or press the light-up star button to hear two learning songs. Discover new vocabulary with Scout and Violet! Intended for ages 18+ months. Requires 2 AA batteries. Batteries included for demo purposes only. New batteries recommended for regular use.

• Meet Scout and violet who will introduce more than 100 age-appropriate words chosen by learning experts
• Word categories include: pets, animals, food, mealtime, colors, activities, opposites, outside and more
• Touching the words on the pages plays the words, sound effects and fun facts; hear the Learning Friends theme song and My Favorite Word by pressing the light-up star button
• Words, songs and instructions can be heard in both English and Spanish for a full bilingual experience
• Intended for ages 18+ months; requires 2 AA batteries; batteries included for demo purposes only; new batteries recommended for regular use. Product dimensions: 9.4" Wide x 9.4" Height x 1.9" Depth

User questions & answers

Question:	One review complained that this needs to connect to a computer, however I do not see that in the description. Can this be clarified... batteries only
Answer:	The crystals do not need light to grow so you could place them inside a cabinet if that is easier. If you choose this method, you may want to leave them an extra couple days. (we leave ours for 30 days resulting in 1 1/2"-2" points)
Question:	Is this too young for a 2.5 year old
Answer:	If you have additional powder, you should be able to grow an additional crystal reusing the seed rock.
Question:	Does this require a computer download of any kind
Answer:	Our Crystals can be handled once they are grown. We do recommend washing hands after contact. For more information please contact us directly at [email protected]
Question:	Is this appropriate for a 1 year old
Answer:	Left undisturbed, you should see crystals begin to form within a day or two and full growth between 7-21 days depending on location and temperature.

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Explore 12 Categories

In this brightly colored book, the Learning Friends teach more than 100 age-appropriate words chosen by learning experts in 12 categories that include pets, animals, food, mealtime, colors, activities, opposites, outside, vehicles, clothes, the body and fruit.

Play Modes

Explore the book through three different play modes. Hear the words read aloud, exciting sound effects associated with each word or fun facts.

Bilingual Play

Flip the switch to learn new words including colors, objects and animals in both English and Spanish.

Light-Up Star

The light-up star button adds music to the learning excitement.

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The bestseller Press Here is now a board book!

Now even the smallest hands can get in on all the hands-on fun of Herve Tullet's bestselling Press Here. The longest-running picture book on the New York Times bestseller list, this interactive children's classic is now available as a sturdy, durable board book to share with a whole new generation of fans.

Complete your collection!

Herve Tullet is known as 'The Prince of Preschool'. He has been an ad agency art director and magazine illustrator in addition to the creator of dozens of children’s books, including Press Here and Mix It Up. He hails from Paris, is living in New York City together with his wife and daughter.

• EASY, FUN, GREAT TO SING ALONG: Read, listen, and hum along as Ditty Bird sings your favorite Children’s Songs. The electronic push button on every spread triggers one of the six best-selling rhymes sung by children. The beautiful and colorful images will hold your baby’s attention even longer. Includes: The Wheels on the Bus, Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed, If you’re happy and you know it, B-I-N-G-O, Head Shoulders Knees and Toes, and Five Little Ducks.
• EDUCATIONAL & DEVELOP SKILLS: Reciting and singing rhymes is a great way to support children's language learning. The engaging music buttons help build early language ability and fine motor skills. The easy to turn pages and simple layout promotes manual dexterity, and early reading concepts. At the same time, it promotes lap time, bonding and helps to build relationship with your little one.
• YOUR BABY DESERVES THE BEST: Our fantastic chunky board books are designed to appeal to inquisitive little fingers and outlast even the roughest toddlers! Parents and children alike will be enchanted by these charming Ditty Bird interactive board books which are distinguished by the exceptional quality of the tunes, and colorful illustrations featuring your new friend Ditty Bird
• PERFECT GIFT BOX WITH A PAIR OF WOODEN MARACAS INCLUDED: These interactive gift sets make great gifts for boys or girls baby shower or toddler birthdays. Perfect for infants to toddlers. Once a child has a love for reading, it is a lifetime gift! A Registry and Gift-Giving Favorite!
• CUSTOMER SATISFACTION IS TOP PRIORITY: We guarantee hours of fun. Our products come with a 1 month 100% MONEY BACK GUARANTEE. "So fun and entertaining…a must-have” —National Parenting Product Awards. "Entertains and engages youngsters in ways that nurture the developing brain" —Tillywig Award.

User questions & answers

Question:	What are the six songs in this book
Answer:	Hello! Thanks for asking .... In our Children's Songs book, we have 6 songs: The Wheels on the Bus, Five little Monkeys jumping on the Bed, If you’re Happy and you know it, B-I-N-G-O, Head, Shoulders, Knees & Toes, and Five Little Ducks. And all the songs are sung by children, very cute. Please note that it does not play the full songs. Hope it helps :)

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IMPORTANT TO KNOW:

• Batteries are included, ready for playtime
• Batteries must be replaced when the music begins “misbehaving”.
• WARNING :-) To avoid a tantrum, we strongly recommend purchasing spare batteries. But the batteries you use are important. We recommend these ones - search on Amazon for B081VGH8DT

• ❤️Cali's Books support child development through play They are the perfect educational and entertaining gift for babies and toddlers!
• ❤️Batteries are included and can be easily replaced. They last up to 300 button pushe
• ❤️The perfect educational and interactive gift for babies and toddlers to learn, sing and dance along with your favorite nursery rhymes
• ❤️We've Got You Covered! Our high quality sound books for babies and toddlers meets and exceeds U.S testing standards and the toughest of audience. If you are not 100% satisfied, We are here to make it right for you!
• ❤️ 15 Seconds of Music on Every Page: Includes Patty Cake, Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star, and more!

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INTERACTIVE CHILDREN'S SOUND BOOKS

Based in Los Angeles, Cali's Books is a publishing house dedicated to introducing young children to the joyous world of words and music. Our founder, Cali, is a mom of two who trained as an engineer and worked in investment banking before founding Cali’s Books.

Cali’s Books brings entertaining and stimulating musical books to children and toddlers. Babies and small children love pressing the sound buttons and listening to lyrics and tunes. Our sturdy board books are a perfect introduction to the wonderful world of reading and music. From traditional nursery rhymes to popular tunes,>

Awarded by Mom's Choice Awards among the best family-friendly products

PATTY CAKE Nursery Rhymes

The six nursery tunes in this book will have adults and children singing and clapping along.

It captures the mind and attention of a child as young as a few months old!

- 6 Nursery Rhymes: Patty Cake, Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star, If You’re Happy and You Know It, Itsy Bitsy Spider, Old MacDonald, A-Tisket, A-Tasket

-Rounded corners to protect little hands.

-Easy to push the ergonomic button on every page.

-Charming illustrations on every page

-High Quality and Charming illustrations on the cover and on each page to captivate your child's senses.

And lots of fun!

Develops Fine Motor Skills

By pressing the buttons on and off and turning the sturdy pages, our little ones exercise those tiny muscles that will support their physical development. Also, they practice their hand-eye coordination!

Develops Cognitive Skills

• It’s a great way to introduce new words and improve language skills.
• Helps to strengthen children's language and communication skills.
• Helps language comprehension.

Perfect Bonding Time

Reading is one of the best bonding activities. Singing and reading with your child will create the perfect moment to get to know each other more, promote excitement, and provide comfort to regulate emotions and improve listening skills.

Develops Social Skills

• Great for babies to learn cause and effect with every push of the button.
• Perfect for socializing with other children to sing, clap and dance along!
• Support children’s creative mind and thought process through illustrations and music.

We've Got You Covered!

- We got your Cali's Books covered for 1 year!

- Enjoy our special replacement program after that year!

- Batteries are included and they are designed to provide 1 hour and 20 minutes’ worth of music or 300 button presses!

- When the music stops, that means it’s time to change the batteries: Cali's Books use type AG10/LR54 batteries. Not all batteries work properly with sound books. We recommend using our batteries kit. Search“B0823TQFTP”

We are here for you! We are more than happy to serve you!

• 😃 PEEK-A-BOO FLAP, MIRROR, SOUNDS, TOUCH & FEEL: Developed by experts in the US. Our handmade cloth books have a stimulating feature on every page. Bright colors for your baby’s attention. Perfect for newborns to toddlers. It gives your child or grandchild endless hours of fun!
• 🤓 EDUCATIONAL TOY FOR LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT & BONDING: Reading the rhymes & stories of this book gives you a chance to bond with your baby. At the same time, it is an educational toy. A wonderful way to stimulate language and sensory skills. It’s never too early to start reading to a child.
• 💕 DURABLE, SAFE & MACHINE WASHABLE: Our cloth books are designed to outlast even the roughest toddler! Handcrafted from soft polyester, this soft book is absolutely non-toxic and safe for your infant. The stitching is strong for extra durability. The handle makes it easy to attach to a stroller or car seat. And it holds up in the wash.
• 🎁 PERFECT GIFT FOR BOYS & GIRLS: Packed in a luxury gift box, ‘Just like… the animals’ is a great present for a baby shower or birthday. Once children have a love for reading, it is a lifetime gift. When it comes to quality, we don’t compromise!
• 🍀 YOUR SATISFACTION IS TOP PRIORITY: Customers say, ‘Perfect first book, my son loves the plush puppet on the cover!’ | ‘More interactive than the other soft books we have’. If you experience any issue, reach out through Amazon and we’ll make it right. Buy now with NO RISK, your child deserves the best.

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this work for everyone
Answer:	It will work for a boy and girl.
Question:	Where is the info on how to access the E-book
Answer:	Dear Sir, Madam, The e-Book will be sent to you within a few days after purchase of the cloth book.Thank you and best regards, Monica Johnson ToBeReadyForLife
Question:	is this made in America
Answer:	Dear Joanne,Thank you for your interest in our product. Our cloth book is designed in the USA and made in China.Best regards,Monica
Question:	From what material is this book made
Answer:	Hi, thanks for your question. We have chosen material that is absolutely safe for your baby and very easy to clean. Our Cloth Books are handcrafted from soft polyester. The stitching is strong for extra durability. All the best, Monica, ToBeReadyForLife