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Books for Babies and Children Australia - Soft Books, Board Books and More
Books are one of the greatest gifts you can give a child at any age. At Peekaboo Baby, our children's books collection spans the full range from soft sensory books for newborns through to engaging picture books for toddlers and beyond. Reading together from birth builds vocabulary, supports emotional development, and creates bonds that last a lifetime. Pair books with baby activity toys for a well-rounded developmental gift, or browse our full playtime range for more inspiration. Our educational toys collection also complements early literacy beautifully.
From high-contrast books for newborns to touch-and-feel titles for curious crawlers and rhyming stories for toddlers, every book in our collection has been chosen to spark imagination and support learning at the right stage. We stock brands trusted by Australian families and early childhood educators. Whether you are building your home library or searching for the perfect baby shower gift, our books range delivers quality, colour, and joy. Peekaboo Baby offers free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $129, dispatched from Melbourne.
What to look for in baby and children's books
- Age appropriateness - Soft cloth books suit newborns, board books work for babies and toddlers, and picture books engage older children with developing language skills.
- Sensory features - Touch-and-feel textures, crinkle pages, and mirrors add sensory engagement for younger babies.
- Durable materials - Cloth and board books withstand chewing, bending, and the general enthusiasm of small readers.
- Engaging illustrations - High-contrast images for newborns and vivid, colourful artwork for older babies help develop visual tracking.
- Simple language - Repetitive phrases, rhymes, and simple text make books interactive and easy to read aloud together.
- Educational value - Books that introduce numbers, colours, animals, or emotions build foundational knowledge in an enjoyable way.
Explore our soft baby books range for the youngest readers, or browse educational toys to pair with your book selection for a complete learning gift.
Baby and Children's Books - Frequently Asked Questions
You can start reading to your baby from birth. Newborns love the sound of your voice, and even simple black-and-white or high-contrast books help develop visual tracking. The earlier you establish a reading routine, the stronger the foundation for language development.
Newborns respond best to high-contrast black-and-white images and soft cloth books with simple shapes and faces. As they develop colour vision from around 3 months, bright, vivid picture books become more engaging. Soft books are also completely safe for babies to mouth and explore.
Most soft fabric baby books are machine washable or easy to wipe clean, making them practical for everyday use. Check the care label on each product. This makes them an excellent choice for babies who love to mouth and explore their toys.
Board books have thick, sturdy cardboard pages designed to survive the handling of babies and toddlers. Picture books have thinner paper pages and are generally better suited to children aged 2 and up who can be taught to handle books gently. Both are wonderful for reading aloud together.
Books are one of the most enduring and meaningful baby gifts. They grow with the child, support learning at every stage, and create lasting reading memories. A set of books paired with a soft toy or activity item makes a beautiful and practical gift for any new family.
Yes! Peekaboo Baby offers free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $129, dispatched from Melbourne. Books are a great way to reach the free shipping threshold when combined with other gifts or toys.