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Valentine’s Day isn’t just about chocolates and flowers—it’s a wonderful time to celebrate love, kindness, and the special bonds we share with family and friends. Whether you’re looking for a bedtime story to snuggle up with or a sweet gift for a little book lover, these 20 children’s books about love are perfect for spreading warmth and joy.Each book below is a heartfelt pick that celebrates love in its many forms, from family love to friendship and self-love. Plus, you can find them all conveniently linked to my Amazon storefront to make your Valentine’s Day shopping even easier!
1. I Love You Through and Through by Bernadette Rossetti-Shustak
A sweet and reassuring book that reminds children they are loved no matter what.
2. Little Blue Truck’s Valentine by Alice Schertle
Follow Little Blue Truck as he spreads Valentine’s cheer to his animal friends in this adorable holiday-themed book.
3. How Big Is Love? by Emma DoddA heartwarming story with beautiful illustrations that explores the endless nature of love.
4. Love from The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
Eric Carle’s beloved Hungry Caterpillar helps little ones understand love in its many forms.
5. Llama Llama I Love You by Anna Dewdney
Llama Llama spreads love with hugs, kisses, and Valentine’s Day surprises.
6. I’ve Loved You Since Forever by Hoda Kotb
A touching book about the deep and everlasting love between parents and children.
7. The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn
This classic tale reassures children that a parent’s love is always with them, even when they’re apart.
8. How to Catch a Loveosaurus by Alice Walstead
A fun and interactive Valentine’s adventure about a Loveosaurus spreading joy.
9. I Love You Slow Much by Rose Rossner
A sweet story with adorable sloth characters that show love in the most heartwarming ways.
10. You Make My Heart Go Vroom! by Rose Rossner
A delightful book for little vehicle lovers that celebrates love through fun rhymes.
11. I Love You More, Babysaur by Rose Rossner
A charming dinosaur-themed board book that expresses love in a playful way.
12. I Love You Just Like This! by Sesame Workshop
Elmo and friends explore all the ways love can be shown, making this a perfect read for little Sesame Street fans.
13. Why a Son Needs a Dad by Gregory E. Lang
A heartfelt book that celebrates the special bond between fathers and sons.
14. Why a Son Needs a Mom by Gregory E. Lang
A loving tribute to the unbreakable connection between mothers and sons.
15. Why a Daughter Needs a Dad by Gregory E. Lang
A sweet and meaningful book about the importance of a father-daughter relationship.
16. I Love You to the Moon and Back by Amelia Hepworth
A beautifully illustrated, rhyming book celebrating the love between parents and children.
17. I Will Love You ‘Til the Cows Come Home by Karen Kingsbury
A charming and heartwarming story that expresses enduring love, showing how deep affection lasts through time and distance. With warm illustrations and a rhythmic, poetic flow, this book teaches little ones about the lasting nature of love.
18. Love You Forever by Robert Munsch
A timeless classic about a mother’s unconditional love for her child.
19. Guess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratney
This adorable tale of Little Nutbrown Hare and Big Nutbrown Hare comparing their love is perfect for bedtime snuggles.
20. I Love You Like No Otter by Rose Rossner
This playful and charming book uses an otter to express how special and unique a child’s love is. With delightful illustrations and sweet rhymes, it’s a perfect Valentine’s Day read for little ones, showing them how loved they truly are.
Find These Books & More on My Amazon Storefront. All 20 of these wonderful Valentine’s Day books are available in my Amazon Idea List for easy shopping. Happy Valentine’s Day, and happy reading!
