Since its debut in 2011 with Pride & Prejudice, the BabyLit® Classic Lit series has become a favorite among families, with over 2 million copies sold. These beautifully illustrated board books offer a fun and engaging way to introduce your little one (ages 0–3) to the world of classic literature—from Shakespeare and Dickens to Homer and Fitzgerald. BabyLit® makes storytime meaningful, helping you spark a lifelong love of reading from the very beginning.
Great Expectations
Explore occupations such as teacher, tailor, blacksmith, merchant and lawyer. Based on the classic by Charles Dickens.
The Great Gatsby
Plan the perfect party with an invitation, venue, dancing, and more! Based on the classic by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
The Iliad
Learn Greek Mythology and Gods like Zeus and Aphrodite in this primer! Based on the classic by Homer.
Persuasion
Immerse yourself in the Regency era with colors like olive, navy, and periwinkle. Based on the classic by Jane Austen.
The Secret Garden
Plant flowers and knowledge with snapdragons, columbine, and more! Based on the classic by Frances Hodgson Burnett.
Frankenstein
Study anatomy in a fun, straight-forward, way. Based on the classic by Mary Shelley.
The Jungle Book
Spy a sneaky snake, a lazy bear, and a proud panther before roaring like a tiger into the night. Based on the classic by Rudyard Kipling.
Wuthering Heights
Endure the unpredictable weather of the Yorkshire moors like sunny, breezy, and stormy. Based on the classic by Emily Bronte.
Peter Pan
Adventure The Neverland with singing pirates and playing mermaids. Based on the classic by James Matthew Barrie.
The Nutcracker
Dance, swirl, and skip to this famous story with your little ones. Based on the classic by E.T.A. Hoffmann.
Romeo & Juliet
Count friends, kisses, love letters, and roses in this famous story of young love. Based on the classic by William Shakespeare.
Treasure Island
Sail the open seas searching for treasure and learn shapes along the way in this primer! Based on the classic by Robert Louis Stevenson.
Moby Dick
Dive into the deep blue ocean with this primer about ships, sailors, squawking gulls and more. Based on the classic by Herman Melville.
Little Women
Teach your little one to enjoy the simpler things in life including singing, gardening, sewing, skating, and reading. Based on the classic by Louisa May Alcott.
Les Misérables
Spark curiosity and culture using simple words and vivid illustrations to teach basic French vocabulary. Based on the classic by Victor Hugo.
A Little Princess
Inspire kindness and creativity through simple words and delightful illustrations that introduce early friendship themes. Based on the classic by Frances Hodgson Burnett.
The Odyssey
Ignite a sense of adventure with simple words and bold illustrations that introduce early concepts of journey and bravery. Based on the epic by Homer.
Sense & Sensibility
Discover love, heartbreak, and family through simple words and vivid illustrations in this retelling of Sense and Sensibility. Based on the classic by Jane Austen.
Jane Eyre
Explore mystery, courage, and self-respect with simple words and vivid illustrations in this retelling of Jane Eyre. Based on the classic by Charlotte Brontë.
Emma
Learn about the village matchmaker, Emma, and the various emotions that follow her story. Based on the classic by Jane Austen.
Pride & Prejudice
Stroll through a village to meet rich gentlemen and watch the 5 Bennet sisters encounter marriage proposals. Based on the classic by Jane Austen.
Dracula
Learn to count while Mina and Lucy escape the infamous Count Dracula! Perfect for Halloween. Based on the classic by Bram Stoker.
A Christmas Carol
Take a walk with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come in this Christmas classic. Based on the story by Charles Dickens.
Alice in Wonderland
Follow the white rabbit down the hole and drink from the purple bottle to meet the characters! Based on the classic by Lewis Carroll.
Aladdin
Embark on a magic carpet ride with whooshes, rustles, and other sounds on a magical journey. Based on the classic by Scheherazade.
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Take a trip downriver and learn camping vocabulary such as “raft,” “river,” and “fishing line”. Based on the classic by Mark Twain.
Jabberwocky
The slithy toves and borogoves invite you to take an adventure through the tumtum trees
Anna Karenina
Feel love, joy, excitement, and other emotions, through fabulous fashion. Based on the classic by Leo Tolstoy.
Cinderella
Introduce little ones to the classic story ballet of Cinderella while depicting ballet steps and positions. Based on the classic by Charles Perrault.
Anne of Green Gables
Explore Prince Edward Island with simple places like pond, garden, and field. Based on the classic by Lucy Maud Montgomery.
Around the World in 80 Days
Embark on a global adventure through continents, landmarks, and cultures. Based on the classic by Jules Verne.
Don Quixote
Learn basic Spanish words through the adventures of the famous knight. Based on the classic by Miguel de Cervantes.
Sherlock Holmes
Investigate spooky sounds with bold art and phrases like “hounds howl” and “stairs creak.” Based on the classic by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
Wizard of Oz
Learn colors through the characters of Oz, like Glinda and the Wicked Witch and all their accessories. Based on the classic by Frank Baum.
The Secret Garden
Learn many different flowers alongside gorgeous quotes from The Secret Garden. Based on the classic by Frances Hodgson Burnett.
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Learn about fairies through the characters of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, like Oberon, Peaseblossom, and Mustardseed, in their enchanted forest world. Based on the classic by William Shakespeare.
Classic Lit A to Z
Review your favorite characters as seen in the series. Based on the BabyLit Classics collection.
More about babylit
BabyLit® was created in 2011 by Suzanne Gibbs Taylor as a way to introduce young children to the world of classic literature through fun, stylish, and accessible board books. As an imprint of Gibbs Smith, BabyLit® specializes in thoughtfully designed books that blend early learning concepts—like counting, colors, opposites, and emotions—with the timeless stories of beloved authors such as Jane Austen, William Shakespeare, and Charles Dickens. Crafted for curious hands and busy little learners, these sturdy board books are perfect for reading at home, in the car, or wherever your day takes you. These books turn everyday moments into opportunities to spark imagination and foster a lifelong love of reading right from the start.
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