5 Beautiful Picture Books for The Most Thoughtful Gifts

Beautiful picture books make fantastic gifts for people of all ages.Help get the kids off technology with these beautiful picture books.

Yes, I give them to my kids and nieces and nephews but I also give them to friends and family members who are adults too. People of all ages want to know they are seen and loved and known. Plus, for kids, you may just inspire a love of reading that will last them through a lifetime.

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You are here for a reason. Don’t ever forget that no matter how old (or young) you are. This is one of my favorite beautiful picture books. I’ve given it several times as gifts and my mom even gave it to my kids last year too! (Great minds think alike.). I always tear up reading this book, as it helps me remember no matter the circumstances of life that I am here for a reason.

LetterHeads is a creative, one-of-a-kind graphic design book where the letters come to life as characters to create a playful, emotional alphabet vocabulary. This book is from the creator of the popular Daily Monster YouTube series. The “characters” in this book brings the alphabet hilariously alive. Utilizing cutting-edge 3D modeling software, molded and carved letters convey quirky personality traits and essential emotions. The book showcases an innovative approach to letterform creation and a celebration of diversity…all housed in a beautifully designed book.

3. Pillowland!

Laurie Berkner, who has been called “the Adele of the preschool crowd,” pairs the lyrics of her beloved hit with Camille Garoche’s gentle illustrations in PILLOWLAND. Featuring magical, lush art by Camille Garoche, Pillowland carries you and your children (and anyone) away to a feather-fluffed dream world where bedtime is always a grand adventure.

4. In Your Hands

If you have a Black child or know someone who does, this is the book you HAVE to buy. It is one of the most beautiful picture books on my shelf. In the vein of beloved picture books, in “In Your Hands” a black mother expresses the many hopes and dreams she has for her child. It is a powerful picture book that’s perfect for gift-giving for children of all ages. Even adult children! In Your Hands is a much-needed book to raise the confidence and reliance in children of color. I dare you to read it and not tear up.

5. Small Walt

Help children learn that they can be small yet mighty! In “Small Walt” a tiny snowplow is determined to prove his worth battles a blizzard. It is a a supremely charming story in the tradition of The Little Engine that Could. Brimming with onomatopoeia and Walt’s affirming chants, this sweet picture book shows that when it comes to strength, size may not matter!