Soft Books & Activity Books

Baby & Kids Books Australia - Soft Books, Board Books & Story Time Favourites

Books are one of the most enduring and developmental gifts you can give a child. Reading aloud from birth builds vocabulary, emotional connection, and a love of stories that lasts a lifetime. At Peekaboo Baby, our books range covers every age and stage - from high-contrast soft books for babies that can be safely chewed and squished, to bold board books for toddlers and beautifully illustrated picture books for bedtime. Whether you're building your home library or choosing a gift, you'll find something special here.

For the youngest babies, soft fabric books with crinkle pages, bold patterns, and attached textures are ideal - they engage multiple senses and are perfectly safe for curious mouths. From around six months, chunky board books that can withstand enthusiastic page-turning become favourites. The books in our collection are chosen for quality illustrations, durable construction, and stories that parents actually enjoy reading at the twelfth bedtime in a row. Many make wonderful additions to a baby gift alongside a plush toy or keepsake from our gifts and keepsakes range.

What to look for in baby and kids books

• Age-appropriate format - soft fabric books for newborns, chunky board books for babies and early toddlers, and larger picture books with more complex stories for older children
• Durable construction - board books should have thick pages that won't tear easily; soft books should be machine washable and have stitching that holds up to regular washing
• Engaging illustrations - high contrast for newborns, bright bold colours for babies, and richly detailed artwork for toddlers and preschoolers who love spotting details on every page
• Repetition and rhythm - babies and toddlers love predictable patterns in text; books with rhyme, rhythm, or repeated refrains are easier to memorise and more enjoyable to read aloud
• Relatable stories - books that reflect real experiences (bedtime, bath time, meeting a new sibling) help children process their world and build emotional vocabulary
• Gift appeal - beautiful cover design and quality binding make books a gift that feels special; personalised books with the child's name add an extra meaningful touch

Pair a great book with a soft plush toy, a lovey blankie, or add a musical toy to create a beautiful gift set for any occasion. Browse our full baby gift ideas collection for more inspiration. Free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $129.