16 Best Letter O Books for Preschool and Kindergarten

Best Letter O Books for preschool and kindergarten picture books arranged in columns to display the children's picture book covers with a bubble letter O and a watercolor image of an octopus.

Best Letter O Books for Preschool and 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 O 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 with after story time.

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16 Best Letter O Books for Preschool and Kindergarten: Teaching the Alphabet Through Stories

O is for Owl.

1. Owl Moon by Jane Yolen

A little girl reaches for her dad's hands as she walks down a snowy hill on a full moon night. — Owl Moon by Jane Yolen

A father takes his little girl owling. She trails behind her father quietly for when you go owling you only need hope. This is a classic book that focuses on a nighttime adventure and a father-daughter relationship.

2. Owl Babies by Martin Waddell

Three snowy baby owls perch on a limb in the middle of the night on the classic children's book "Owl Babies" by Martin Waddell, a book on the Best October Picture books for kids booklist. — Owl Babies by Martin Waddell

This is a heartwarming book about three baby owls who awake one night to find their mother is gone. The anxious little owls cannot help but worry. But their mother does return. It’s a simple and beautiful story.

3. Knight Owl by Christopher Denise

A tiny owl knight dressed in armor and guarding the castle on the night shift stands tall on a pillar in front of the full moon with the shadow of a dragon approaching on the book cover of "Knight Owl," a book on the January picture books for kids booklist. — Knight Owl by Christopher Denise

Ever since Owl was born, he has dreamed of becoming a knight. He might get his chance as many of the knights go missing. This is such a clever book on words and one of our favorites! Your little ones will love this silly story!

4. Owl at Home by Arnold Lobel

An owl in his pajamas and rope walks around his home carrying a glowing candle and a book on the children's book "Owl at Home" by Arnold Lobel, a book featured on the best letter O books for preschool and kindergarten booklist. — Owl at Home by Arnold Lobel

In this classic tale, the silly Owl lives alone in his cozy home. He finds Winter a rude guest, delights tear-water tea, fears bumps in his bed, and discovers an unexpected friendship with the moon.

5. Owls by Gail Gibbons by Gail Gibbons

A large owl flies under a yellow full moon on the children's nonfiction picture book "Owls" by Gail Gibbons, a book featured on the best letter O books for preschool and kindergarten booklist. — Owls by Gail Gibbons by Gail Gibbons

This engaging non-fiction picture book explores the fascinating world of owls, presenting bite-size information perfectly tailored for young readers.

O is for Octopus.

6. Inky the Octopus Erin Guendelsberger

A bright yellow, mischievous octopus escapes his aquarium exhibit through the drain on the book cover of "Inky the Octopus," a book on the ocean books for kids booklist. — Inky the Octopus Erin Guendelsberger

This famous Octopus escapes from his aquarium to the sea. “Out of this tank, I must be free. I must explore the open sea!”

7. An Octopus is Amazing by Patricia Lauber

A bright pink octopus swims across the bottom of the ocean floor on the children's nonfiction picture book "An Octopus is Amazing," a book featured on the best letter O books for preschool and kindergarten booklist. — An Octopus is Amazing by Patricia Lauber

This nonfiction picture book is about the amazing octopus packed with interesting facts with simple illustrations that complement the text well. This engaging nonfiction picture book explores the fascinating world of octopuses, filled with intriguing facts and accompanied by simple illustrations that complement the text well.

O is for Ocean.

8. Over and Under the Waves by Kate Messner

A large blue whale swims during the surface as three red kayaks paddle near by on the book cover of "Over and Under the Waves" by Kate Messner, a book on the ocean books for kids booklist. — Over and Under the Waves by Kate Messner

We love the Over and Under series. This wonderful book explores the rich ecosystem of the brilliant deep from kelp forests, whales, seals, luminous jellies, and many other fascinating creatures. Rather than just being a factual book, the book tells the story of a family’s kayaking trip.

9. Ocean Meets Sky by The Fan Brothers

The book cover, "Ocean Meets Sky," illustrated by the Fan Brothers, is covered with flying vehicles, boats, and a large whale. — Ocean Meets Sky by The Fan Brothers

The illustrations in this book caught my attention. The stories of Finn’s grandfather about the place where the sea and sky meet inspire him to build a ship and sail to discover this magical place and honor his grandfather.

10. Secrets of the Seashore: A Shine-a-Light Book by Carron Brown

Colorful arrangment of a pink starfish, red crab, and green hermit crab surround an image of the sea with a rocking shore on the book cover of "secrets of the seashore." — Secrets of the Seashore: A Shine-a-Light Book by Carron Brown

We love the “Shine-A-Light Book” series. It makes for a fun interactive book. Your kiddos will have fun searching for hidden ocean animals and aquatic life with a little flashlight. The text is simple and the illustrations are colorful.

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11. Sea Otter: National Geographic Readers

Wildlife photography of a sea otter covers the book cover of "National Geographic Reader for Kids:Sea Otters," a book featured on the best letter O books for preschool and kindergarten booklist. — Sea Otter: National Geographic Readers

This fantastic nonfiction book is filled with captivating facts and wildlife photography of sea otters. The language is simple and great for younger children and budding new readers.

O is for Oxen.

12. Ox-Cart Man by Donald Hall

A man pets his ox hitched to a blue covered wagon on the beloved classic children's book "Ox-Cart Man" by Donald Hall, a book on the Best November Picture Books for Kids booklist. — Ox-Cart Man by Donald Hall

This wonderful picture book follows the ox-cart man on his journey to sell his goods at the market and returns with his pockets full of coins. Then, the cycle begins again.

O is for Orange.

13. An Orange in January by Dianna Hutts Aston

A little boy wearing winter hat and mittens on a snowy day holds a big juicy orange on the children's book "An Orange for January" by Dianna Hutts Aston, a book featured on the best letter O books for preschool and kindergarten booklist. — An Orange in January by Dianna Hutts Aston

This story follows the journey of a plump and juicy orange as it grows in the warm sunshine by the seaside to being cradled by pink hands chilled from the winter’s cold bite.
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14. Armadillo’s Orange by Jim Arnosky

An Armadillo rolls sees an orange outside his hole in a grassy house on the children's book cover "Armadillo's Orange" by Jim Arnosky, a book on the Best June Picture Books for kids booklist. — Armadillo’s Orange by Jim Arnosky

Armadillo is a solitary animal who cherishes the orange that distinguishes his home. But when the orange suddenly rolls away, he finds himself lost and unable to locate his home. To find his home, he needs help from his neighbors. This book is now out of print but it’s worth hunting for it at the local library or secondhand bookstore.

15. An Orange for Frankie by Patricia Polacco

Frankie, a young, holds a bright ripe orange in front of a fireplace decorated with garland and oranges on Christmas day. — An Orange for Frankie by Patricia Polacco

Every year Pa travels to Lansing to gather oranges for Christmas gifts for each family member. But the wintry weather makes it difficult for him to return and the family begins to worry. I love that the author writes from the inspiration of her childhood.

O is for Opposites.

16. Big Bear Small Mouse by Karma Wilson

Bear smiles as Mouse dances on the tip of his nose on the beloved children's book "Big Bear, Small Mouse" by Karma Wilson, the author of "Bear Snores On." — Big Bear Small Mouse by Karma Wilson

This sweet book featuring the beloved Bear from Bear Snores On is perfect for introducing little ones to opposites.

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