Children’s Books About Birthdays: Fun, Festive Stories to Celebrate!
Do you have a little one who is celebrating a birthday soon? If so, you’ll want to check out our selection of children’s books about birthdays! These festive stories are perfect for reading aloud as you celebrate your child’s special day. From colorful tales about cake and presents to sweet stories about spending time with family and friends, we’ve got a book that will capture the spirit of birthday celebrations. So gather up the kiddos and get ready to party with some classics about birthdays!
Top children’s books about birthdays
We’ve pulled together fun picture books, board books, and storybooks any child will be super excited about. These stories are perfect for children.
“Happy Birthday to You!” – Birthday book
Dr. Seuss (Author)
Happy Birthday to You! is a children’s book by Dr. Seuss. It’s a fun story about a birthday party. The characters in the book have a great time celebrating. This is a great book to read aloud on any kids birthday.
This is a fantastic book to use to commemorate your child’s birthday, no matter what age they are! Pop-up pages begin as soon as you open the book, making it an excellent tool for keeping kids engaged. Dr. Seuss takes us for a joyous romp through birthday celebration that kids tend to love.
“On the Night You Were Born” – Birthdayboard book
Nancy Tillman (Author)
On the Night You Were Born is a kids birthday book by Nancy Tillman. It’s a sweet story about how special your birthday is. The characters in the book celebrate your birthday and are excited to welcome you into the world. This is a great book to read aloud on any child’s birthday.
This board book is perfect for children who are just learning to read. The simple text and beautiful illustrations make it a perfect choice for commemorating a child’s special day.
Now You Are One (Little Bird Greetings) – Birthday board book
Minnie Birdsong (Author)
Now You Are One is a book about first birthdays. This fun book tells the story of how excited everyone is to celebrate the birthday of a little bird. The illustrations are beautiful, and the story is perfect for reading aloud on any child’s birthday.
Happy Birthday from The Very Hungry Caterpillar (The World of Eric Carle) – Birthday board book
Eric Carle (Author, Illustrator)
Happy Birthday from The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a children’s book about birthdays. It’s a fun reading about a caterpillar who is excited to celebrate a birthday. The illustrations are beautiful, and the book is perfect for reading aloud on any child’s birthday. This book includes party games, activities, and recipes that your kid will love.
Puppy Birthday to You! (Paw Patrol) (Little Golden Book) Hardcover – Picture Book
by Golden Books (Author), Fabrizio Petrossi (Illustrator)
Puppy Birthday to You! by Golden Books is about a puppy’s birthday. Puppy is so excited for his party and wants everything to be perfect–the best birthday ever!. But when the day arrives, things don’t go as planned at all. In the end, though, he gets presents from his friends and family anyway because they’re so happy that he’s their friend! Children love this book. This Golden book makes a perfect gift for your kids.
Disney Baby My First Birthday Board book
by Disney Books (Author)
Disney Baby My First Birthday is a kids book about the big day. It’s a fun story about a baby who is excited to celebrate her first birthday party. The illustrations are beautiful, and the story is perfect for reading aloud on any child’s birthday or kindergarten class.
Ten Rules of the Birthday Wish Hardcover – Picture Book
Beth Ferry (Author)
This childrens book is about a kid’s birthday. The children in the book are surprised with a birthday party. They think it is a secret. But when they get to the party, they find out it was their parents’ idea all along! This childrens book teaches children that when their parents surprise them with a birthday party, it’s ok because they love them and want to make them happy.
Birthday Party Children’s Books
These books are specific to birthday parties for the birthday child in your life.
Clifford’s Birthday Party (Classic Storybook)
Clifford’s Birthday Party is a kids book about birthdays. The plot is about Clifford, a big red dog, who celebrates his exciting day with a party.
If a T. Rex Crashes Your Birthday Party
If a T. Rex crashes your birthday party, it might be scary. But don’t worry, he’s just there to celebrate with you! This book is about a T. Rex who crashes a birthday party and has a good time. The illustrations are fun and colorful, and the story is perfect for reading aloud on any child’s birthday. He’ll stomp, he’ll roar with delight as your child reads through this birthday picture book.
Birthday Cake Children’s Books
What’s a birthday without cake! These picture books are sure to delight with big birthday delicious cake books! From a blueberry muffin to cupcake runs, these yummy books will complement any big birthday cake.
Where Is Baby’s Birthday Cake?: A Lift-the-Flap Book (Lift-The-Flap Book (Little Simon))
Karen Katz (Author, Illustrator)
Where is Baby’s Birthday Cake?-A baby book about a birthday. The baby has a cake and is trying to find it, but can’t see it anywhere!