I bet you figure out that we like aardvarks! Just the novelty of it really calls to us. That’s one of the reasons many children are interested in them, too. They find out about them because – well, it’s a great way to start a lesson on the alphabet. And these creatures have such a unique name and look that they’re easy to remember.
That’s why children’s books about aardvarks are popular, as well. There are plenty of “A is for Aardvark” books out there – and they have nothing to do with our website. But it’s such a catchy name, wouldn’t you agree?
But there are so many other books, too. There are stories about anthropomorphized aardvarks, and there are fact books about these mammals as well. We’ve pick a few of our favorites from among those to share with you here!
Alvin the Aardvark Feels Awkward (The ABC Animal Adventure Series Book 2)
- Age range: 3-5
- Author: K. Young
- Publisher: Kristin Young
- Pages: 18
- Formats: Kindle
We’ve all been there – the first day of school can feel ridiculously awkward! New people, new places, being left alone . . . it can all be a bit overwhelming.
But when preschoolers hear about Alvin and how he felt on HIS first big day of going to class, they may feel a bit more relaxed. They’ll come to realize that almost everyone has the same feelings and that they’ll be just fine!
Facts About the Aardvark (A Picture Book For Kids)
- Age range: 3-6
- Author: Lisa Strattin
- Publisher: Lisa Strattin
- Pages: 40
- Formats: Kindle, Paperback
This picture book is part of Lisa Strattin’s series of books about animals. It features awesome photos and great information about this unusual animal.
Children will love learning from this and other books in the series!
Arty the Aardvark Finds his Family
- Age range: 3-5
- Author: Delightful Daydreams Publishing
- Publisher: Delightful Daydreams Publishing
- Pages: 27
- Formats: Paperback
Arty gets lost while at the zoo! While trying to find his mom and dad, he meets a lot of other great animals and learns about differences – and how, in the end, we’re not all that different after all! Of course, he ends up finding his parents, too!
Aardvarks: Wildlife Books for Kids
- Age range: Preschool – 6
- Author: Grant Publishing
- Publisher: Grant Publishing
- Pages: 27
- Formats: Kindle, Paperback
This books features both photos and cartoons depicting the awesome aardvark! The photos are incredible, and they’re accompanied by short, easy-to-remember facts about the animal.
Alice: An Aardvark With Autism
- Age range: 3-9
- Author: Jo North, Robert Hooper (Illustrator)
- Publisher: Shine Books
- Pages: 24
- Formats: Kindle
We can all feel awkward because of our differences. Alice the aardvark has autism, and it makes her self-conscious. But her kind and helpful friends help her overcome her feelings and feel more comfortable and confident.
Wrapping It Up
Introducing children to reading – both fiction and non-fiction – is a great way to help their development. And these books about aardvarks are all wonderful! The youngsters in your life will get a lot out of any of these choices.
