Chill Out With These 8 Endearing Picture Books About Penguins
by Charnaie Gordon
Joe Moore once said, “It’s practically impossible to look at a penguin and feel angry.” I couldn’t agree more!
Penguins are a favorite animal to read about in my household. Who doesn’t love their adorable waddle, distinctive built-in tuxedos, and fun-loving personalities? Between our home book collection and the choices at our library, we always have a blast reading penguin books year-round. It’s fascinating to learn about their environments and how important they are to the ecosystem.
Below are some of our favorite penguin-themed picture books.
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Lost and Found
Available from:One day, a little boy finds a penguin on his doorstep. Assuming the penguin’s lost, he decides to help it return home to the South Pole. On their journey, the boy realizes the penguin wasn't lost after all — just lonely. A beautifully written tale about friendship and the wide world of emotions.
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Penguins Don’t Wear Sweaters
Based on a true story about an oil spill in the Arctic, this book can spark interesting conversations about environmentalism, empathy, and problem-solving. It’s also great for teaching children that good intentions don’t turn always out the way we expect.
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Penguin
Available from:Full of personality, this charming book has catchy repetition and a simple yet effective message about true friendship. Who knew silent penguins make such great friends?
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Blue Penguin
Available from:Blue Penguin has whale-song dreams, so he sings a song of his own. When Little Penguin hears the song, the two become fast friends. This is a touching story about a penguin who doesn't fit in simply because he looks different from the rest, with important lessons about friendship and acceptance.
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The Emperor’s Egg
Available from:An informational book all about penguins and their arctic habitat, The Emperor’s Egg offers up facts about penguins in a lively and engaging way. It’s a great reference book for children in kindergarten and above, complete with a detailed index.
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Baby Penguins Love Their Mama
Available from:A sweet and endearing book about a mother penguin who takes care of her babies and teaches them important life skills for growing up. All the lovable behaviors of penguins are covered: waddling, swimming, fishing, sliding, and more!
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Penguin Problems
Available from:Penguin is fed up. He's complaining about everything: he looks silly when he waddles, the ocean is too salty, and he's not thrilled that everyone looks like him. Then, penguin meets a walrus full of wisdom who helps him see the glass as half-full. Good luck keeping a straight face while reading this one in your grumpiest voice.
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Penguin in Peril
Available from:What are three hungry cats to do when they run out of food? Kidnap a penguin to catch them fish, of course! A creative and playful book that shows what can happen when things don’t go quite as planned.
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