Tiny Reading List
The Potty Book for Boys by Alyssa Satin Capucilli

Books like The Potty Book for Boys

By Alyssa Satin Capucilli

For the toddler standing right at the edge of diapers and big-kid independence, this rhyming story turns Henry's potty milestone into something to be proud of, not scared of. Warm, encouraging, gently celebratory.

Big Girl Panties by Fran Manushkin

A toddler girl works up to wearing big girl panties instead of diapers, cheered along by bouncy rhymes and the promise of being just like mommy.

Hands Can by Cheryl Willis Hudson

A rhyming celebration of toddler hands moving through a day — holding, molding, catching, throwing, waving hello and goodbye, clapping, and even tying a shoe.

A Potty for Me! by Karen Katz

A toddler gets a brand-new potty and isn't quite ready to use it — running, playing, and even a little accident happen first — until one proud day it finally clicks.

I Like Myself! by Karen Beaumont

A joyful little girl romps through rhyme after rhyme declaring she likes herself completely — messy hair, beaver breath, and all — no matter what anyone thinks.

The Carrot Seed by Ruth Krauss

A little boy plants a carrot seed, and though his mother, father, and big brother all warn him it won't grow, he waters it and pulls the weeds and waits, sure that he's right.

I Knew You Could! by Craig Dorfman

A determined little blue engine returns with words of encouragement for anyone facing a new chapter, showing that the same grit that carried her up the mountain can carry you forward too.

Time to Pee! by Mo Willems

A cheerful crew of sign-wielding mice cheers on first-timers as they learn to notice the urge, make it to the potty, and celebrate the tinkle.

Be Brave Little Penguin by Giles Andreae

A young penguin named Pip-Pip longs to swim in the sea with his friends, but fear of the water holds him back until he finds the courage to take the plunge.

Ella Sarah Gets Dressed by Margaret Chodos-Irvine

A small girl with big fashion opinions insists on wearing her own wild, colorful outfit — polka dots, stripes, and all — despite everyone in her family telling her to dress differently.

Your Fantastic Elastic Brain: A Growth Mindset Book for Kids to Stretch and Shape Their Brains by JoAnn Deak

A friendly guide to the brain shows kids how mistakes and challenges actually help their brain grow stronger, introducing real parts like neurons and the prefrontal cortex along the way.

Giraffes Can't Dance by Giles Andreae

A giraffe named Gerald longs to dance but his crooked knees and thin legs keep tripping him up, until an unlikely friend offers just the encouragement he needs.

Oh, the Places You'll Go! by Dr. Seuss

A young traveler sets off into the wide world, soaring to great heights and seeing amazing sights, but also facing slumps, lurches, and lonely stretches along the way.