Books are arranged in alphabetical order by title. There are a lot of books
designed to help prepare children for dental visits and to educate them about
their teeth. We've selected the most popular ones for America's Dental
Bookstore. To see our wide selection of texts for dental professionals, visit
our home page.
Abby's Adventures: Picture Day ... And The Missing Tooth! by Suzanne Ridolfi
ISBN: 0979551889 Publisher: Eifrig Publishing (March 23, 2009)
Only $9.99 (Reading level ages 9-12) 32 pages Paperback
Book Description
Join Abby as she stumbles through childhood's most difficult
situations. Laugh along with this delightful 6-year-old as she uses
a bit of spunk and a lot of creativity to handle the exciting
adventures of being a kid. In this story, Abby wakes up on picture
day and loses her front tooth!! How will she fix her missing tooth
in time for school?
Arthur's Loose Tooth (An I
Can Read Book) by Lillian Hoban (Illustrator), Terry Christie
(Reader)
ISBN: 0694015784 Publisher: HarperAudio, Jan. 2003
$8.99 64 pages Paperback; Book plus audio cassette
Book Description
Read along with your favorite I Can Read Book characters!
I Can Read Books are the premier line of beginning readers
encouraging children to learn -- and love -- to read. Featuring
award-winning authors and illustrators, I Can Read Books offer a
full spectrum of entertaining stories for every stage of a child's
reading development.
Now the beloved characters and adventures from this popular
line of books come to life with I Can Read Book & Cassettes. Each
package includes a best-selling beginning reader storybook and a
lively audio recording featuring:
* Word-for-word narration* Music and sound effects* Turn-the-page
signals on Side 1* Uninterrupted reading on Side 2
Arthur's Tooth by Mark Brown
ISBN: 0316112461 Publisher Joy Books, Dec. 1987
Only $6.99 (Reading level ages 4-8) 32 pages Paperback
Editorial Reviews
Ingram
Wiggling it doesn't work; neither does a hard chomp into
corn on the cob--is Arthur ever going to lose his baby tooth? "Brown's
ability to zoom in on childhood concerns is in full evidence
here."--Booklist. Full-color illustrations.
The Berenstain Bears Visit the Dentist by Stan and Jan Berenstain
ISBN: 0394848365 Publisher: Random House, Oct. 1981
$3.99 32 pages Paperback
This
timeless classic is still the most popular book about a child's
visit to the dentist. It is a cute book
that will help prepare your children for a non-threatening visit to the
dentist.
Brush Your Teeth Please
by Leslie McGuire, Jean Pidgeon, and Dina Anastasio
ISBN: 0895774747 Publisher: Readers' Digest, May 1993
$9.99 (Prices may vary)
12 pages Hardcover
pop-up book. Out of Print. Click the Amazon
"buy" link to buy used copies of this text.
Book Description
What child can resist imitating a chimp brushing
its teeth back and forth? Or a shark that flosses every day?
Youngsters will have lots of fun learning about proper dental
hygiene in this delightful pop-up book. This book is for toddlers.
Freddie Visits the Dentist (Little Barron's Toddler
Books) by Nicola Smee
ISBN: 0764115812 Publisher: Barron's Educational Series, Apr.
2000
$0.75 (Prices may vary) 20 pages Paperback Out of Print. Click the Amazon
"buy" link to buy used copies of this text.
Toddlers' minds and
imaginations grow with Little Barron's books! Bright pictures are
printed on sturdy card stock pages. The books present stories that
reflect the everyday world of very young children while also
fostering development of kids' listening and concentration skills.
In this volume, Freddie brings his stuffed bear to the dentist to
keep him company. He learns about dental hygiene, and discovers that
a visit to the dentist can be pleasant! (Ages 1-3)
Growing Up Cavity
Free: A Parent's Guide to Prevention by Stephen J. Moss, Stephen J. Moos
ISBN: 0867152567 Publisher: Quintessence, Mar. 1994
$24.00 Softcover 147 pages This book is also listed
under pedodontics.
Book Description: Seeking to overturn the myth that dental disease is inevitable,
this book offers expert advice on raising children with healthy
teeth. With a focus on prevention, the book addresses a host of
issues relating to children of different ages-from infant teething
to fluoride and sealants to orthodontics for adolescents.
Just Going to the Dentist: Golden Look-Look Book
(Look-Look) by Mercer Mayer (Illustrator)
ISBN: 0307125831 Publisher: Golden Books, Mar. 2001
$3.99 24 pages Paperback
Book Description
Mercer Mayer's very popular Little Critter is on
his way to the dentist. It's a thorough check-up, complete with
dental x-rays. When Dr. Ghum insists on filling a cavity, Little
Critter goes through it bravely. The visit is painless to the reader
because of Little Critter's funny, honest way of look at things --
including the world of dentistry.
Look! My Tooth Is
Loose by Patricia Brennan Demuth, Mike
Cressy (Illustrator)
ISBN: 0448426854 Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap, July 2002
$0.01 (Prices may vary) 32 pages Paperback Out of Print. Click the Amazon
"buy" link to buy used copies of this text.
Book Description:
Every kid looks forward to losing that first
wobbly, jiggly, loose baby tooth. But why do we have baby teeth in
the first place? And why do they fall out? And, most of all, is
pulling teeth really as painful as-well, pulling teeth? From getting
and losing their first set of teeth to growing and taking care of
their second and last set, kids will learn all about teeth. In
addition, there is a great big full-color poster (16 x 22) of a
great big open mouth. The book comes with 20 "black hole"
tooth-shaped stickers so kids can black out their teeth as they lose
them.
Open Wide: Tooth School
Inside by Laurie Keller
ISBN: 0805061924 Publisher: Henry Holt & Co, May 2000
$13.46
School & Library Binding 40 pages
From the
author/illustrator of The Scrambled States of America, here is a
fun-filled introduction to teeth.
"Before the principal's announcements, will you all please
stand and recite our pledge: 'I pledge allegiance to this mouth
and to the dentist who takes care of us. And to the gums on which
we stand, strong and healthy, with toothbrushes and toothpaste for
all.'"
It's time for tooth school and Dr. Flossman is excited to meet
the incoming class of 32-eight incisors, four canines, eight
premolars, and twelve molars, including the four wisdom teeth.
There's just so much to learn-from brushing and flossing to dentin
and pulp to every student's nightmare: tooth decay!
Show Me Your Smile: A Visit to the Dentist (Dora the
Explorer) by Christine Ricci (Author) and Robert Roper
(Illustrator)
ISBN: 0689871694 Publisher: Simon Spotlight/Nickelodeon, January 2005)
$3.99 24 pages Paperback
Book Description:
Children love Dora and Dora's visit to the dentist will help dispel
anxieties they may have about their visit. Dora and her Mom go to
the dentist where Dora gets her teeth cleaned and learn about what a
dental office does.
The Tooth Fairy Legend: The Touch of Kindness by John Arthur Long, Chet Meyer, Nadine Zenobi
ISBN: 0971074909 Publisher: L & M Creations, Mar. 2002
$24.95 56 pages, Hardcover 10.5" x 8.5"
Editorial Reviews: Liz Smith
column, May 27, 1998
"The Touch of Kindness...has been described as
'delicious.' Everybody seems to be over the moon about this
show...."
Midwest Book
Review, June 8, 2002
"Strongly recommended for family, school, and
community library collections, The Tooth Fairy Legend is highly
enjoyable for reading or listening."
What to Expect When You Go to the Dentist (What to
Expect Kids) by Heidi Murkoff, Laura Rader (Illustrator)
ISBN: 0694013285 Publisher: HarperFestival, Mar. 2002
$9.39 32 pages Hardcover
Book Description:
Growing Up Just Got Easier...
With the help of Angus, the lovable Answer Dog, best-selling
author Heidi Murkoff extends a hand to children and parents as
they tackle life's first experiences together.
When you were growing up, chances are visiting the dentist
wasn't your favorite thing to do. Luckily for your child there
have been many changes around the dentist's office since your
first visit -- changes that have made "opening up wide" a lot
less scary and a lot more fun.
The Worley Twins Visit the Dentist by Dawn Worley
ISBN: 1434908690 Publisher: Dorrance Publishing Co. Inc., June 20, 2011
$18.00 26 pages Hardcover
Book Description:
This book is rich with experiences, exploration, and excitement. The Worley Twins (Heather and AJay) are military children who have lived all over the United States. Their experiences are truly exciting and always a time to remember.
Their preschool journey is documented with concentration on reading-readiness skills. The use of high-frequency sight words, repeating text, and community experiences make each story an actual learning encounter with true-to-life photos that capture the occasion. This series is designed for personal use by the twins and for use in the author’s classroom, as she is a special educator of 13 years.
These books are for children. They are good
for your dental reception room, or for parents wanting to help their children
learn about dentistry or to help their children prepare for a dental visit.