Get Moving! 10 Books Designed to Make Kids Move
by Janssen Bradshaw
Reading doesn’t have to be a quiet, couch-centered activity.
For a little one who is bursting with energy and can barely sit still for a page or two, these ten books are ideal — they practically insist that kiddos get up and move around.
Prepare for lots of bouncing, jumping, and clapping … and some very happy little readers.
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Dancing Feet!
Available from:Each page shows a set of footprints and the reader tries to guess which animal they belong to before turning the page to find out. Perfect for reading to little ones as they creep, thump, and tiptoe alongside the cast of animals.
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We're Going on a Bear Hunt
This childhood classic is perfect for adventuring through your living room in search of that elusive bear.
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Barnyard Dance!
“Stomp your feet, clap your hands, everybody ready for a barnyard dance!” And with that, this book is off and running, with Boynton’s trademark high-energy rhythm and plenty of instructions for how to move.
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From Head to Toe
This delightful book from the beloved Eric Carle introduces little ones to basic body parts and then gives them plenty of opportunities to move them like familiar animals do.
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Move!
How do animals get around? This book, filled with spectacular collage art, is not only educational, but just plain fun, too.
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You Are a Lion! And Other Fun Yoga Poses
Available from:Who knew yoga for preschoolers could be this fun? The animal poses, along with animal actions and sounds, make this book a good mix of exuberant and relaxing.
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Can You Make a Scary Face?
I think Jan Thomas is a master of hilarious picture books, and this one is no exception. A bossy little ladybug asks readers what they would do if a bug were on their nose. Or in their shirt. Readers are sure to be worn out by the end of this one!
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Clap Your Hands
Available from:Join a menagerie of rambunctious animals who roar, growl, crawl, and slither their way through this rhyming book.
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Clip-Clop!
All the animals want a ride on Mr. Horse’s back. But he’s going too slowly! As Mr. Horse tries to keep them safe and the other animals insist on speed, there’s a lot of starting, stopping, and flying off! It’s especially fun if another adult is around to act as horsey while you read.
