I’ve started something new: setting an alarm clock, my very own rooster. I haven’t been taking care of my body, and last week I threw out my back from a single step! So now I’m waking up early to work out and stretch, no mid-day interruptions. It gives me more time to create something amazing for you, like this list of farm books for preschoolers you can read aloud to your class. Check out these farm book recommendations!
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Berenstain Bears Down on the Farm
By Stan & Jan Berenstain
We kicked off the week with Berenstain Bears Down on the Farm by Stan and Jan Berenstain. This book captures a full day of farm life, from milking cows to picking vegetables to feeding chickens. Many farm books for preschoolers skip over what really happens on a farm, which is exactly why this one stands out!
Questions:
- Let's use the illustrations to figure out what stock and flock mean.
- What kinds of foods grow on a farm?
- What does the dog do on the farm? The cat?
- What jobs does a farmer do?
Click, Clack, Peep!
By Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin
There’s a new baby duck on the farm who keeps all the animals awake at night! The barnyard crew tries everything to help the little one settle down, but in the end, they have to step outside for some peace and quiet. Finally, Duck comes up with a clever plan to get the baby to sleep in Click, Clack, Peep! by Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin.
Questions:
- Why are the animals being quiet at the beginning of the story? How do you think they feel?
- The story doesn't say, but how did the fence break at the end of the story?
Mrs. Wishy Washy
By Joy Cowley
Mrs. Wishy-Washy is on a mission to keep her farm animals squeaky clean, even if the animals would rather not bathe! This week, we dove into several Mrs. Wishy-Washy books by Joy Cowley, and I just can’t get enough of the simple, silly fun in this one. It’s a perfect addition to any collection of farm books for preschoolers, bringing bath time and barnyard laughs to storytime.
Also, we set up a ridiculously fun sensory experience with muddy animals that the kiddos had to scrub, which went perfectly with this farm book for preschoolers.
Questions:
- What do the animals do at the beginning and the end of the story? What does this make you think?
- Let's retell the story to each other.
No Sleep for the Sheep
Farm Books for Preschoolers
Our next farm book for preschoolers is No Sleep for the Sheep by Karen Beaumont. The only thing the sheep wants is a good night’s rest, but the farm animals keep coming into the barn and interrupting this sheep’s sleep. Each animal gets bigger and louder, and unfortunately, there’s no sleep for the sheep.
Questions:
- Which animal comes to the barn first? Second?
- Why did the sheep keep sleeping after the rooster crowed?
- Let's retell the order in which the animals came to the barn.
The Little Red Hen
By Paul Galdone
We finished up the week of farm books with a classic tale called The Little Red Hen by Paul Galdone. The little red hen gets no help from the dog, cat, or mouse when planting and harvesting the wheat. She gets no help when making flour and baking a cake. But who wants to help her eat the cake? You guessed it! Such a great lesson for anyone, but especially for my little cake-lover.
Questions:
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- Who does all the work around the house? Is this fair?
- How did the dog, cat, and mouse change in the book?
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f you want to introduce your toddler to the fun and busy world of farming, these top farm books for preschoolers are the perfect place to start. From curious farmers and playful sheep to messy animals and fresh vegetables, each story brings farm life to life in a way little ones will love. Grab one (or a few!) of these farm books today, and enjoy watching your child explore, learn, and giggle along with the farm animals.
