Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. If you’re in the market for a last-minute gift, these two sweet board books may just do the trick.
WILL YOU BE MY VALENTINE? by Cristina Petit, Candlewick, Dec. 2, 2026, Board Book, $7.99 (ages 0-3)
What do you love about your valentine? Is it how curious they are? How clever? Could it be that they’re silly or kind? Whether your valentine is playful or brave, cuddly or funny, or all of the above, here is a board book that says “there are so many things I love about you” in a sweet declaration of affection
Simple black-and-white artwork with strategic pops of red and pink features an array of animals so earnest-faced that even the grouchiest recipient will find them impossible to resist. —Synopsis provided by Candlewick
LOVE ABC (JANNIE HO’ ABCS), by Jannie Ho, Candlewick Press, Dec. 2, 2026, Board Book, $7.99 (ages 0-3)
Express your love with this colorful, stylish, and sturdy ABC board book for babies and toddlers. A is for adore, B is for balloon (heart-shaped, of course), and C is for cupcake! This sturdy board book introduces Valentine’s Day through simple words to get children excited about celebrating love with friends and family.
This is the perfect book to teach letter recognition and introduce first letter sounds in speech. —Synopsis provided by Candlewick
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