Best Spanish-English Baby Books 2025

Bilingual babies unite! We found some excellent books for budding bilinguals.

a bookshelf with spanish-english bilingual baby books


tali ditye author mommyhood101  By: Tali Ditye, Ph.D., Co-founder
  Updated: November 9, 2025

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We all know how important it is to read to your baby early and often. In fact, reading is one of the most important developmental experiences for infants and toddlers, teaching them sounds, language, cause and effect, object-word associations, articulation, counting, colors, emotions, social cues, friendship, and so much more!

For bilingual babies and toddlers, start exposing your child to both languages ​​as early as possible to help them develop strong and automatic associative links across the two languages.

The Bilingual Advantage

Research consistently demonstrates something called the bilingual advantage - that bilingual children and adults show higher learning and cognitive abilities relative to monolingual peers. We consulted with three native Spanish-speaking parents from bilingual households to develop this list of the best Spanish-English children's and baby books of the year.

Some of the bilingual books are old classics (which you can see in our list of the best baby books ) that are available in Spanish, whereas some of the best ones are newer bilingual options that describe objects, emotions, and events in both English and Spanish.

Whether you are in a bilingual household or simply want to give your baby the gift of early foreign language exposure, these bilingual baby books are awesome! The list below is generally ordered with better books at the top, but they're all amazing options.

We've done our best to make sure that when translated to Spanish (and in some cases to English) the story maintains integrity and the words still rhyme - a bigger ask than you might expect! To do so, we worked with two native Spanish speakers (one from Europe and one from South America) to assess the quality of the written Spanish.

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Full disclosure: Some of these books, including those published by Canticos, were sent to us as free test samples by the manufacturer.

Here are the Best Bilingual Baby Books for 2025!

The Very Hungry Caterpillar bilingual baby book

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

By Eric Carle

At the top of our list of the best bilingual baby books of the year is the best-selling Very Hungry Caterpillar, with side-by-side English and Spanish writing! Join the oruga (caterpillar) on its journey to satiety and eventually a tummy ache!

En el primer puesto de nuestra lista de los mejores libros bilingües para bebés del año se encuentra el gran éxito de ventas Very Hungry Caterpillar (La oruga muy hambrienta), ¡escrito en inglés y español uno al lado del otro! Acompaña a la oruga en su viaje hacia la saciedad y, finalmente, ¡el dolor de barriga!

Little Chickies bilingual baby book

Little Chickies (Los Pollitos)

By Susie Jaramillo

Little Chickies is the story of mama's love and care for two little chickies just entering the world. We absolutely love lift-the-flap baby books, and this one does a masterful job of rhyming in both Spanish and English without changing the meaning.

Little Chickies es la historia del amor y el cuidado de mamá por dos pollitos que acaban de llegar al mundo. Nos encantan los libros para bebés con solapas desplegables, y éste hace un trabajo magistral de rima tanto en español como en inglés, sin cambiar el significado.

Goodnight Moon bilingual baby book

Goodnight Moon (Buenas Noches Luna)

By Margaret Wise Brown

Goodnight moon, goodnight cow jumping over the moon! This classic baby book has bright primary colors, a mesmerizing story, and a Spanish translation that actually rhymes!

¡Buenas noches luna, buenas noches vaca saltando sobre la luna! ¡Este libro clásico para bebés tiene brillantes colores primarios, una historia fascinante y una traducción al español que rima!

Are You My Mother bilingual baby book

Are You My Mother? (¿Eres tú mi mamá?)

By P.D. Eastman

It doesn't get much better than Dr. Seuss and P.D. Eastman books, with their bright colors, clever rhymes, and captivating stories. In this original, a baby bird goes on a long and successful journey to find its mother.

No hay nada mejor que los libros del Dr. Seuss y P.D. Eastman, con sus colores vivos, sus rimas ingeniosas y sus historias cautivadoras. En este original, un pajarito emprende un largo y exitoso viaje para encontrar a su madre.

Big Dog Little Dog bilingual baby book

Big Dog Little Dog (Perro Grande Perro Pequeño)

By P.D. Eastman

Recognizing and understanding differences in our world is an important developmental experience, and this story nicely highlights how the world is full of differences to be celebrated and enjoyed — in both English and Spanish!

Reconocer y comprender las diferencias en nuestro mundo es una experiencia importante para el desarrollo, y este cuento destaca cómo el mundo está lleno de diferencias perceptibles que pueden celebrarse y disfrutarse, ¡tanto en inglés como en español!

Love You Baby bilingual baby book

Love You, Baby (Te Amo, Bebé)

By Stephan Lomp

Love You, Baby is a wonderful bilingual journey through the tender love given to babies, including hugs, nuzzles, and snuggles. Bright colors and adorable art make this bilingual baby book a favorite!

Te Amo, Bebé es un maravilloso viaje bilingüe a través del tierno amor que se les da a los bebés, incluyendo abrazos, caricias y acurrucamientos. ¡Los colores llamativos y el arte adorable hacen que este libro sea uno de los favoritos!

Little Elephants bilingual baby book

Little Elephants (Elefantitos)

By Susie Jaramillo

Little Elephants is an amazing lift-the-flaps book that serves as a great first counting book, taking you through a rhyming adventure with little elephants trying to balance on a spider’s web until... oops! The web breaks!

Pequeños Elephants es un asombroso libro con solapas desplegables que es un estupendo primer libro para contar, que te lleva a través de una aventura rimada con pequeños elefantes que intentan mantener el equilibrio sobre la tela de una araña hasta que... ¡ups! ¡La tela se rompe!

Cat in the Hat bilingual baby book

Cat in the Hat (El Gato Ensombrerado)

By Dr. Seuss

Rhyme is one of the most impressive aspects of Dr. Seuss’s books, alongside the vivid illustrations and delightful stories. This Spanish translation of Cat in the Hat retains the story’s rhythm and rhyme beautifully!

La rima es uno de los aspectos más impresionantes de los libros del Dr. Seuss, junto con los dibujos llenos de vida y las historias asombrosas. Esta traducción al español de Cat in the Hat conserva tanto las imágenes visuales como la rima de forma impresionante.

How are you Spanish English bilingual baby book

How Are You? (¿Cómo estás?)

By Angela Dominguez

A tale of friendship and empathy. Two giraffes befriend a baby ostrich and wonder how she’s doing — is she hungry, tired, or happy? Join the giraffes as they learn how to ask and listen with kindness.

Un cuento sobre la amistad y la empatía. Dos jirafas hacen amistad con una cría de avestruz y se preguntan cómo se siente. ¿Tiene hambre? ¿Está cansada? ¿Está feliz? ¡Únete a las jirafas en su viaje para conocer mejor a su nueva amiga!

The Three Little Pigs bilingual baby book

The Three Little Pigs (Los Tres Cerditos)

By Patricia Seibert

In this classic tale, the three little pigs test how sturdy their brick, straw, and wooden houses are when the big bad wolf comes to town! A bilingual favorite that’s fun to read aloud.

En este cuento clásico, los tres cerditos ponen a prueba la solidez de sus casas de ladrillo, paja y madera cuando el lobo feroz llega a la ciudad. ¡Un favorito bilingüe divertido para leer en voz alta!

Words of the World bilingual baby book

Words of the World Series

By Motomitsu Maehara & Blue Dot Books

This stunning series introduces children to animals and plants from around the globe, written in multiple languages — English, Chinese, Hindi, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Esperanto. A beautiful celebration of cultural and natural diversity.

Esta impresionante serie introduce a los menores a los animales y plantas de todo el mundo, escrita en varios idiomas: inglés, chino, hindi, español, francés, árabe y esperanto. Una hermosa celebración de la diversidad cultural y natural.

The Birthday Book bilingual baby book

The Birthday Book (Las Mañanitas)

By Susie Jaramillo

This is the perfect book for a first or second birthday! A fun lift-the-flap story that helps children understand what birthdays are all about — from waking up and feeling like a king, to the party where everyone sings!

¡El libro perfecto para un primer o segundo cumpleaños! Este libro con solapas levantables enseña a los menores qué son los cumpleaños, desde despertarse y sentirse como un rey, hasta la fiesta en la que todos cantan.

Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes bilingual baby book

Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes (Cabeza, Hombros, Piernas y Pies)

By Annie Kubler

A classic first lesson in anatomy! Bright illustrations and simple repetition help babies learn their body parts while having fun through song and play.

¡Una clásica primera lección de anatomía! Con ilustraciones coloridas y repeticiones simples, ayuda a los bebés a aprender las partes del cuerpo mientras se divierten cantando y jugando.

All the Colors bilingual baby book

All the Colors (De Colores)

By Susie Jaramillo

A beautiful introduction to colors in nature — from animals and landscapes to rainbows. Part of Cantico’s award-winning bilingual nursery rhyme series.

Una hermosa introducción a los colores de la naturaleza — desde los animales y paisajes hasta los arcoíris. Parte de la galardonada serie bilingüe de canciones infantiles de Canticos.

Brown Bear, Brown Bear bilingual baby book

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? (Oso Pardo, Oso Pardo, ¿Qué Ves Ahí?)

By Eric Carle

We love Eric Carle’s classic books for their color, rhythm, and charm. This bilingual edition features his signature collage-style illustrations and easy-to-follow rhyme.

Nos encanta Eric Carle por sus libros llenos de color, ritmo y encanto. Esta edición bilingüe presenta sus características ilustraciones en collage y una rima fácil de seguir.

The Little Red Hen bilingual baby book

The Little Red Hen (La Gallinita Roja)

By Carol Ottolenghi

The Little Red Hen is dedicated to making the perfect loaf of bread to feed her lazy friends in this beautifully illustrated story about friendship, teamwork, and effort.

La Gallinita Roja se dedica a hacer el pan perfecto para alimentar a sus amigos perezosos, en esta historia bellamente ilustrada sobre la amistad, el trabajo en equipo y el esfuerzo.

Jingle Bells bilingual Christmas baby book

Jingle Bells (Navidad)

By Susie Jaramillo

Welcome the holiday season with this adorable Christmas baby book! Colorful drawings, cute yellow chicks, and a joyful Spanish translation make it perfect for little readers.

Da la bienvenida a las fiestas navideñas con este adorable libro de Navidad para bebés. Sus coloridas ilustraciones y divertida traducción al español lo hacen perfecto para los pequeños lectores.

Curious George bilingual baby book

Curious George Stories (Jorge el Curioso)

By Margret & H. A. Rey

Who doesn’t love the innocent curiosity and mischief of Curious George? This bilingual edition combines eight beloved stories into one delightful collection.

¿A quién no le gusta la curiosidad inocente y las travesuras de Jorge el Curioso? Esta edición bilingüe combina ocho de sus cuentos más queridos en una colección encantadora.

I Like It When bilingual baby book

I Like It When (Me Gusta Cuando)

By Mary Murphy

A heartwarming bilingual story showing the love between caregivers and children — from helping in the kitchen to sharing big hugs!

Una historia bilingüe conmovedora que muestra el amor entre cuidadores e hijos — desde ayudar en la cocina hasta compartir grandes abrazos.

Counting with Frida bilingual baby book

Counting with Frida (Contando Con Frida)

By Rodriguez & Stein

Follow Frida Kahlo through a counting journey featuring her dresses, flowers, and art. A vibrant bilingual tribute to one of Mexico’s most beloved artists.

Acompaña a Frida Kahlo en un viaje de conteo que muestra sus vestidos, flores y arte. Un vibrante tributo bilingüe a una de las artistas más queridas de México.

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