Best Touch-and-Feel Books for Your Baby's Bookshelf

There’s nothing quite as wonderful as a book for babies, and when that book has not only images and text but also tactile elements for your baby to explore? Well, you’ve just reached the pinnacle of board books.

Whether you’re looking for the perfect baby shower gift or a book to keep your baby entranced, these titles are sure to be great hits!

Have You Ever Tickled a Tiger?

by Betsy E. Snyder

Explore a wide variety of animal skin and fur with this adorable touch-and-feel book. From furry tiger tummies to bumpy octopus tentacles, babies and toddlers can experience a new texture on each page.

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10 Things I Love About You!

by Danielle McLean, illustrated by Grace Habib

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This sweet touch-and-feel board book celebrates the unique love between a parent and child. Toddlers love exploring the sensory patches on every page and listening to the comforting, love-filled message.

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Touch and Feelings: Happy Bunny

by Dr. Naira Wilson, illustrated by David Creighton-Pester

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You’re never too young to learn about feelings. This cheerful board book is all about feeling happy! Vibrant colors and touch-and-feel patches on every page make it perfect for babies and toddlers.

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The Touch Book

by Nicola Edwards, illustrated by Thomas Elliott

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Introduce your child to new concepts and words with this Montessori-inspired board book. Through the highly touchable pages, babies will experience textures found in nature like rough bark, sticky honey, and fluffy wool.

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Pat the Bunny

by Dorothy Kunhardt

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Now that those little hands aren’t putting everything directly into their mouths, it’s a good time to bring out touch-and-feel classics like Pat the Bunny. With different textures on each page, this bestseller offers a playful and engaging experience for babies.

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Night-Night: A Touch-and-Feel Playbook

by Ladybird, illustrated by Lemon Ribbon Studio

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Get ready for bed with this adorable touch-and-feel book. Snuggle up with your baby, say goodnight to all the animals, explore the textured patches, and look through the die-cut holes. This comforting book is the perfect addition to your baby’s bedtime routine.

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Be Calmer, Llama!

by Rosamund Lloyd, illustrated by Gareth Lucas

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Even toddlers can benefit from learning mindfulness techniques. With the help of five adorable, puffy llamas, they’ll learn how to use counting to relax and let go of stress.

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Peter Rabbit Touch and Feel

by Beatrix Potter

With Peter Rabbit’s world so full of energy, it seems only right to have a book where readers can explore and engage with it in a tactile way. With original Beatrix Potter illustrations, this charming book has 11 textures, from duck feathers to a tortoise shell.

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I Thought I Saw A Crocodile!

by Templar Books, illustrated by Lydia Nichols

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Babies that like playing peek-a-boo will get a giggle out of this clever board book. A crocodile is hiding on every page, but you’ll have to move the sliders to see it. If you like this title, you’ll also enjoy the rest of the books in the I Thought I Saw series.

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123 Fish in the Sea

by Luna Parks, illustrated by Gareth Lucas

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Learn about ocean life and counting with this number book! Toddlers will love following the fish through the sea and pointing out each new friend joining the fun. Raised and textured numbers on each page are perfect for little grabby hands!

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Baby Touch and Feel: Fluffy Animals

by DK

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Your little one might be overwhelmed by real animals that can be pretty large to a small child, but they can get a glimpse of that experience in this sweet board book that lets them pet animals to their heart’s content — no worries about nibbled fingers!

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What Are Unicorns Made Of?

by Amelia Hepworth, illustrated by Louise Anglicas

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Bright colors, a cute unicorn character, a touch-and-feel cover, and a pop-up at the end will make this a storytime favorite for your baby. Filled with magic, adventure, and silliness, this delightful board book is perfect for the tiniest unicorn lovers.

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Llama Llama Sand and Sun

by Anna Dewdney

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Are there any more beloved book characters than Llama Llama and his ever-patient Mama? In this perfectly summery book, the two spend a day at the beach, where little Llama explores everything from the sand to the water in these beautiful spreads full of interactive elements.

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Peekaboo: Sun

by Camilla Reid, illustrated by Ingela P. Arrhenius

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If your baby loves the beach, they’ll also love this board book. With an interactive element on every page, there are plenty of things for little fingers to touch. They’ll enjoy the bright colors, the beach theme, and playing with the sliders to reveal hidden surprises.

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Baby Touch and Feel: Things That Go

by DK

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For the child who can’t get enough of cars, boats, airplanes, and everything else that goes, this book is a dream come true — they can get up close to the myriad textures of those prized vehicles.