11 Best Letter I Books for Preschool and Kindergarten
Letter I books for preschool for Kindergarten Booklist. This alphabet booklist is a part of the series Sprinkled with Stories: Teaching the Alphabet Through Stories. It can be daunting to think about teaching your young ones their letters. Relax. 🙂 Kids learn so much through play and stories. There is no need to drill flashcards every day. Although flashcards do have a purpose, especially in play. Simply grab one or two living books from the Letter I Books for Preschool booklist and began to introduce the letters and the sounds during story time and play time. Grab some letter blocks or letter puzzles for play after story time.
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11 Best Letter I Books for Preschool and Kindergarten: Teaching the Alphabet Through Stories
I is for Insects.
1. It Fell From the Sky by The Fan Brothers
Insects and “It” lands this picture book on top of the Best Letter I Books for Preschool Booklist. This is a wonderful book about a community of insects. Spider claims the object that has fallen from the sky and sets up a display for all to pay and see his marvel. Eventually, Spider finds himself alone and without the support of his community. He learns an important lesson.
2. Inch by Inch by Leo Lionni
This inchworm measures himself right out of trouble from a robin’s tail to a toucan’s beak.
3. On Beyond Bugs! All About Insects (Fun Non-Fiction with Dr. Seuss)
The famous Cat in the Hat delves into the world of insects with colorful illustrations and a playful rhyme.
I is for Ice Cream (long vowel)
4. Ice Cream Summer by Peter Sis
This delightful picture book follows a young boy writing to his Grandpa, reassuring him not to worry. The boy gets quite creative demonstrating just how much knowledge can be devoured with a scoop of ice cream!
5. Ice Cream: The Full Scoop by Gail Gibbons
This non-fiction picture book explores the simple origins of ice cream and its modern production methods. Once again, Gail Gibbons does a great job at providing bite-size information just right for young readers.
6. Curious About Ice Cream by Bonnie Bader
This non-fiction picture book delves into the world of ice cream with intriguing facts and a detailed history. While it might be a bit advanced for younger children, it’s an enjoyable read to explore together.
I is for Island (Long Vowel)
7. The Little Island by Margaret Wise Brown
This beloved story is about a curious black kitten and a little island. The plot is simple, but the lesson is profound. No matter the size, even a tiny island, we are all a part of this world.
Honorable Mentions for the Letter I
8. Mouse Cookies & More: A Treasury by Laura Numeroff
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie is one of our favorite books! I recommend the whole series. This children’s treasury includes four classic stories including:
- If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
- If You Take a Mouse to School
- If You Give a Pig a Pancake
- If You Give a Moose a Muffin
9. The Itsy Bitsy Spider by Iza Trapani
This fun picture book starts with the classic nursery rhyme of itsy bitsy spider but then the author adds her creative spin with the beloved spider encountering a fan, a mouse, a rocking chair, a cat, and a big maple tree. The vibrant illustrations are delightful.
10. Inside Freight Train by Donald Crew
This interactive board book with fun slide-out features teaches younger children all about what’s inside of a freight train from crates of fruit to herds of cattle.
11. Imogene’s Antlers by David Small
One morning, Imogene is shocked to discover that she has grown antlers overnight. While her friends and family seem to enjoy the novelty, her mother is less than thrilled, fainting at the sight of them. Fortunately, the next day Imogene wakes up without antlers, but with another surprise.
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