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.
15 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.
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.