The best Potty Training picture books for parents and teachers, sorted by grade. Read alouds from our channel come first.
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Fun, encouraging books for the big move to the potty.
16 books
Goldilocks is done with wet diapers and searches for a potty that's just right. A funny fairy tale twist on potty training.
A gentle, encouraging guide that walks toddlers from diapers to the potty one small step at a time. Practical, positive, and easy to read again and again.
Dinosaur battles juice, water, and lemonade, but can he defeat the potty? A roaring, funny potty training favorite.
A toddler who is tired of diapers learns to use the big kid toilet, one clear step at a time. Simple, matter of fact, and just right for little ones.
Joshua learns to use a real potty with his mother's help. A simple, classic potty training book toddlers love.
Baby decides to try the potty for the first time, with lots of personality. A funny, relatable board book for toddlers.
Mo Willems's cheerful mice hold up signs and cheer toddlers on through every step of potty time. Silly, supportive, and great for kids who need a pep talk.
From elephants to fish to people, this classic shows that every living thing poops. Simple, matter of fact, and gently funny, it makes potty talk feel totally normal for little ones.
A little girl learns to use the potty, with accidents and successes along the way. A reassuring classic.
Ducky visits his friend Piggy and finds out Piggy has started using the potty. A sweet, simple story that makes trying something new feel exciting.
A group of animal friends learns bathroom basics, from flushing to washing hands, in playful rhyme. Fun, practical, and great for preschool readiness.
A little boy gets his very own potty and learns to use it step by step, with his family cheering him on. A simple, reassuring classic for boys.
Karen Katz's lift the flap book follows a toddler learning to use the potty. Bright, sweet, and encouraging.
The Prince refuses to use his royal potty until the wise man suggests a puppy, and training the pup gives him an idea. A funny, clever potty story.
A simple, playful board book that helps toddlers figure out where poop belongs. Straightforward and a little silly, perfect for the earliest days of potty training.
A simple board book that gives toddlers easy potty words to practice. Helpful for building speech and potty readiness at the same time.