THE BEST PICTURE BOOKS TO HELP YOUR CHILD THRIVE!
“I create and recommend quality picture books to help parents nurture and connect with their kids.”
– Tim Warnes
Writer | Illustrator | Champion of Children's Books
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ARE YOU LOOKING FOR FIRST-RATE PICTURE BOOKS TO SHARE WITH YOUR CHILD?
Then you’ve come to the right place!
i love you to the moon & back
“perfect to share at bedtime”
- parents in touch
A little bit worried
“uplifting and joyful”
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mr scruff by simon james
“diversifies your child’s bookshelf without even trying”
- tim warnes
Storytime should be more than just a box-ticking exercise.
It’s a precious opportunity to nurture your child. And it should be fun!
PICTURE BOOKS PROVIDE MOMENTS OF CONNECTION
Emotional and mental wellbeing starts with quality time together.
FINDING FIRST-RATE STORIES CAN BE OVERWHELMING
My handpicked recommendations remove confusion and help you choose with confidence.
THERE’LL ONLY BE SO MANY STORYTIMES
Kids grow fast! Don’t miss the opportunity to connect and make memories.
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“Such a thoughtful and well researched review.”
“Thank you for being such a meaningful part of our quality family time.”
I’M TIM WARNES –
WRITER, ILLUSTRATOR & CHAMPION OF CHILDREN’S BOOKS.
My stories are read and enjoyed in multiple languages by families across the world.
I've had 80+ picture books published by major publishing houses (including Little Tiger Press, Penguin Random House, Harper Collins and Simon & Schuster) and spoken at many events – from school visits to the Edinburgh International Literary Festival.
My recommendations are based on:
30 years as a professional children’s writer-illustrator
hundreds of hours of storytelling
a deep-seated belief that picture books can change the world
PICTURE BOOKS HAVE THE POWER TO CONNECT!
During a period of severe depression, Jesse Schneiderman used I Love You to the Moon and Back as a powerful tool to bond with his baby despite his mental health challenges:
“During those five months, my love for and connection with my son grew as we sat on the couch, reading the same few stories over and over. Unquestionably, his favorite was ‘Moon and Back.’ ...Reading it with him made me feel like I was successfully being a father for the first time.”
“For the last six years I have ended my night reading “Moon and Back” to my son. Thank you for making every night special.”
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KIDS GROW SO FAST – DON’T MISS THE OPPORTUNITY TO BOND OVER A PICTURE BOOK!
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“We have such great times reading “DANGEROUS!” It’s a every-night-before-bed kind of deal! Abraços from Brazil!”
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“Excellent resources. Thanks for your messages of inclusion and open mindedness.”