Top 10 Best Little Golden Books to Collect (2026)

This Little Golden Book retelling of the Easter story is the perfect gift for children to learn true meaning of the holiday! This gentle introduction to the biblical account of Jesus's final days on earth, and Resurrection, is perfect for preschoolers. Lush, colorful illustrations of the Last Supper, Jesus carrying his cross, and the angel in the empty tomb are accessible to little readers who are just learning about Easter. At the end of the book, Easter traditions from around the world are introduced, from Ukrainian painted eggs (Pysanky) to the greeting of the Easter sunrise in the British Isles. It's a perfect first book about an important holiday for many, and an ideal Easter gift.About the AuthorJEAN MILLER was a freelance writer and teacher of photography. JERRY SMATH illustrated his first Little Golden Book back in the early 1960s. More recently, he illustrated the Little Golden Books Miracles of Jesus, Bible Stories of Boys and Girls, and The Story of Jesus.

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about country-music star and activist Willie Nelson! Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers--as well as fans of all ages! Willie Nelson, singer-songwriter of such hits as "On the Road Again" and "You Were Always on My Mind," is the subject of this terrific Little Golden Book biography. Children--as well as adult fans--will be inspired by Willie's activism and work with Farm Aid and how he always stayed true to himself by dressing how he liked and creating the music he wanted to share! Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: - Beyoncé - Dolly Parton - Taylor Swift - Tony BennettAbout the AuthorGEOF SMITH is an editorial director at Random House Children's Books. When he isn't writing and editing, he likes to take unusual vacations. On one trip, he slept in a coffin. On another, he met Willie Nelson, who was very nice. JEFFREY EBBELER has illustrated more than fifty books for children including The One and Only Dylan St. Claire and James Patterson's New York Times bestseller Laugh Out Loud. He is also the author and illustrator of Click and George the Hero Hound. Jeffrey and his family currently live in Cincinnati, Ohio. Visit him at jeffillustration.com.

Disney Junior has a new Disney princess Children ages 2-5 will love Sofia the First--the new animated TV show about an eight-year old girl who becomes a princess when her mother marries the king. Living in a castle and attending school at Royal Prep takes some getting used to, but Sofia has lots of helpers including Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather This Little Golden Book retells an episode of the Disney Junior show in which Sofia hosts her first royal tea party.About the AuthorAndrea Posner-Sanchez has worked as an editor in children's publishing for more than 20 years, and is a prolific author of books for children. Her books include Always a Princess (Disney Princess), Dog Days (The Secret Life of Pets), and Meet Maui (Disney Moana). She lives in New York City with her husband and their daughter.

Just in time for the 40th Anniversary of the beloved movie, you can take this adorable Funko Pop! Little Golden Book retelling of E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial home with you! Follow the adventures of E.T. and his friend Elliot in this delightful retelling of the classic movie that celebrates E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial's 40th Anniversary! Illustrated in the quirky and loveable Funko POP! art style, kids 2 to 5--and their parents--will love this love this light-hearted reimagining of one of the greatest, most cherished films of all time as a collectable Little Golden Book! Little Golden Books enjoy nearly 100% consumer recognition. They feature beloved classics, hot licenses, and new original stories. . . the classics of tomorrow.About the AuthorARIE KAPLAN is the author of several fiction and nonfiction books. As a nonfiction author, Arie is best known for his award-winning From Krakow to Krypton: Jews and Comic Books, which is available now from the Jewish Publication Society. He is the author of many Little Golden Books.

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography all about beloved entertainer Dolly Parton! The perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers! What's not to love about Dolly Parton? The multi-talented entertainer is generous, humble, smart, and funny. This Little Golden Book biography shares how someone from incredibly poor beginnings can blossom and persevere to become an award-winning songwriter and singer, actress, author, literacy advocate--and she even has her own theme park! Young girls and boys will definitely feel inspired after hearing Dolly's story. Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: - Willie Nelson - Beyoncé - Taylor Swift - Tony BennettAbout the AuthorDEBORAH HOPKINSON is the author of more than 50 books for young readers including Sky Boys: How They Built the Empire State Building, a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor Book; and Abe Lincoln Crosses a Creek: A Tall, Thin Tale, an ALA-ALSC Notable Children's Book. She lives near Portland, OR with her family and a menagerie of pets. Visit her at deborahhopkinson.com. MONIQUE DONG is a freelance illustrator whose passion is creating images that encompass light, life, warmth, and color. She studied animation at City Varsity in Cape Town, South Africa. She currently lives in China with her husband.

Queen Elsa, Kristoff, and Olaf want to give Princess Anna the best birthday celebration ever Based on the Disney Frozen animated short Frozen Fever, this Little Golden Book is perfect for boys and girls ages 2 to 5.

Journey to the world of Pandora in this first ever Little Golden Book based on James Cameron's AVATAR! Based on the James Cameron's fantastic AVATAR movie series, this Little Golden Book will explore the incredible world of Pandora--from the floating mountains to the mighty creatures that swim in its oceans and fly in its skies--with simple text and full-color illustrations that introduces readers to all the planet's natural wonders. Perfect for kids 2 to 5 years old as well as collectors and AVATAR fans of all ages, Welcome to Pandora is sure to be a favorite for years to come! Little Golden Books enjoy nearly 100% consumer recognition. They feature beloved classics, hot licenses, and new original stories . . . the classics of tomorrow.About the AuthorMieka Hashimoto is a writer and editor living in Maine.

#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER - Celebrate global superstar Taylor Swift with this collectible Little Golden Book, which tells her inspiring life story alongside gorgeous original illustrations! "A must-have for any Taylor Swift collection."--Rolling Stone Taylor never lets anything hold her back from creating music she loves. With full-color illustrations on every page, Taylor Swift: A Little Golden Book Biography brings her story to life--from her childhood living on a Christmas tree farm, where she discovered her passion for songwriting, to her early days on Nashville's Music Row and her rise as one of the biggest stars in pop music. When you're Taylor Swift, the sky's the limit! Little Golden Book biographies feature the iconic gold-foil design and share the life stories of extraordinary artists, world leaders, performers, and athletes including: - Beyonc? - Dolly Parton - Lady Gaga- Simone Biles- Misty CopelandAbout the AuthorWENDY LOGGIA is the author of many books for young readers, including Lucille Ball: A Little Golden Book Biography. A longtime admirer of Taylor Swift, she can't pick a favorite song, though there is a video of her singing Wildest Dreams with the windows down on a road trip that holds a special place in her heart. ELISA CHAVARRI is a freelance illustrator originally from Lima, Peru. After studying at the Savannah College of Art and Design, Elisa made her way back to Alpena, Michigan, where she now resides with her husband and two kids. With her work, she hopes to inspire a sense of magic, happiness, and wonder in children while helping more kids feel represented as the protagonists of these stories.

Enjoy the pagentry, music, and spirit of this Little Golden Book adaption of the classic Christmas carol, "The Twelve Days of Christmas." Kids will spend happy holiday moments gazing at elaborate costumes, musical instruments, and, of course, a partridge in a pear tree. Legendary Golden Books illustrator Sheilah Beckett's dazzling, detailed artwork makes this Little Golden Book a festive gift to treasure all year long.About the AuthorSHEILAH BECKETT (1913-2013) brought to life dozens of stories for Golden Books in her long career as an illustrator, including The Nutcracker (which she illustrated at age 99) and The Twelve Days of Christmas. Entirely self-taught, she was the first woman to work at the prestigious Charles E. Cooper advertising art studio, where she illustrated ads, album covers, and Christmas cards. She died in 2013 at the age of 100.

WHEN A MOUSE family finds a helpless, homeless, newborn kitten, they decide to adopt him, name him Mickey, and raise him as one of their own . . . never telling him that he's actually a catAbout the AuthorMiriam Norton wrote stories mostly for children's magazines in the 1950s. Besides illustrating many classic, bestselling Golden Books, the late Garth Williams brought to life some of the most beloved books in children's literature, including Charlotte's Web, Stuart Little, and the Little House series. He died in 1996.