11 Great Kids’ Books about Sharks

Kids Books About Sharks

It’s finally time for the best summer holiday of all — SHARK WEEK! It’s here! And if you have shark-obsessed kiddos, it’s all they will be watching for the next week. But what will happen when shark week is over? We say let the shark frenzy continue with these adorable kids’ books about sharks.

From the silly to the educational, these are sure to delight. Be sure to check out this list of Octopus and Narwhal books too. Or this list of fish picture books.

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Shark Books for Toddlers

pout pout fish and the bully shark

The Pout-Pout Fish and the Bully-Bully Shark by Deborah Diesen

In this pick from shark books for toddlers, Pout-Pout Fish teaches a bully shark about kindness and friendship.

This board book is a perfect way to teach your littlest reader about the power of communication.

Im a shark

I’m a Shark by Bob Shea

If you are looking for share books for preschoolers, this is an adorable pick. Shark is not afraid of anything. He is not afraid of bears or the dark. There is one thing he is afraid of.

This is a fun and humorous book about sharks.

Shark Books for Preschoolers

Dude

Author: Aaron Reynolds

Illustrator: Dan Santat

Year: 2018

Genre: Picture Book

Age: 3 – 7

Beaver and Platypus are best friends who want to surf. But they cannot because there is a shark in the ocean! You will not believe what happens when the shark approaches.

This entire book is told with one word – DUDE. As you read it, you’ll need to use different tones and inflections. It’s funny, but it’s also a great way to teach kids about language development

Find this book in: Best Books for 4-year-olds / Kids’ Books About Sharks

HarkAshark

Hark, A Shark: All About Sharks by Bonnie Worth

This pick from kid’s books about sharks is a non-fiction pick where your reader can learn all about the different types of sharks and why they are not so scary.

This is the perfect pick for curious readers who love the ocean and all its creatures.

Land Shark

Land Shark by Beth Ferry

Bobby loves sharks so much that he wants a pet shark for his birthday. What he gets instead is a puppy, and he is very disappointed. Filled with heart and humor, this adorable book about sharks explores the idea that what you want is not always what you need.

Picture Books about Sharks

Shark Lady

Author: Jess Keating

Illustrator: Marta Álvarez Miguéns

Year: 2017

Genre: Nonfiction Picture Book

Age: 3 – 7

More info: Best Children’s Book for 2017 by Parents Magazine

Eugenie Clark fell in love with sharks the first time she saw them in an aquarium and made it her life’s work to show the world what beautiful animals they are. This is a perfect book about sharks and the power of truth.

This children’s book about the ocean is a remarkable and true story and one that resonated with my childhood self – because at one point, I too was obsessed with ocean animals and marine biology.

Find this book in: Kids’ Books About Sharks / Ocean Books / Best Books for 3-year-olds

IF sharks disappeared

If Sharks Disappeared by Lily Williams

If you are looking for wonderful picture books about sharks, this fiction pick will not disappoint. This book discusses what a healthy ocean looks like, including the many species of sharks that are in danger of extinction.

This book acknowledges, that while sharks look scary, they have a very important role in managing our ecosystem.

smart about sharks

Smart About Sharks by Owen Davey

This is a fantastic non-fiction choice in kid’s books about sharks. Filled with illustrations and information, this is a perfect pick for your little shark over to devour.

Children’s Books About Sharks

Shark in the Park

Author: Phil Roxbee Cox

Illustrator: Stephen Cartwright 

Year: 2006

Genre: Beginning Reader

Age: 5 – 6

More info: Part of the Usborne Phonics Readers

Fat cat, big pig and pup are all concerned that there is a shark in the pond at the park.

The Usborne Phonics Readers are some of my favorite books for developing phonological awareness.

Find this book in: Shark Books / Best Books for 5-year-olds / Rhyming Books

Stink and the shark sleepover

Stink and the Shark Sleepover by Megan McDonald

This is a great early reader that is perfect for your 7-9-year-old. When Stink gets to have a sleepover at the aquarium with his family and friends, he is so excited, until he starts hearing stories about the animals in the aquarium.

If you have a reader that loves books about sharks and other underwater animals, this is the perfect book for you

Sam Wu

Sam Wu is Not Afraid of Sharks by Kate and Kevin Tsang

On a class trip to the aquarium, Sam Wu meets Crazy Charlie, a giant shark and vows to never be near a shark again until his classmates Regina and Ralph announce they’re having a birthday party at the beach.

Can Sam overcome his fear or will he miss the party? This pick from children’s books about sharks is perfect for your early reader and any child learning to overcome fears.

Fin-tastic Shark Toys

What is your favorite Children’s book about Sharks?

 

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