For preschoolers (and sometimes adults!), going to the dentist can be an unsettling or scary experience. Reading books about dentists and their helpful work can create a more positive attitude in preschoolers.
These books are great for talking about dentistry and are a great addition to your home or classroom, especially when you are talking about dentistry dental health or community helpers.
Dentist books for preschoolers
at the dentist by Mary Schuh
The book’s simple text and photos show exactly what happens when a child goes to the dentist’s office for a check-up.
trip to the dentist by Penny Smith
Another story about a kid going to the dentist with a photo.
A day in the life of a dentist by Heather Adamson
This is a non-fiction book with photos that tells the story of a day in the life of a dentist. The large amount of text may challenge the attention span of young preschoolers, but reading this book through the pictures alone provides great information.
Dentist (first time) by Jesse Stockham
This book helps answer kids’ questions about going to the dentist. After reading this article, you might spark more conversations with your kids.
Curious George goes to the dentist by haleyi
George bit into a lotus (by mistake) and his teeth started to hurt. The man in the yellow hat takes George to the dentist to have his teeth checked.
crocodile and dentist Author: Gomi Taro
The crocodile is a little scared of going to the dentist. The dentist is a little scared of alligators coming to his office.
Berenstain Bear goes to the dentist Author: Stan Berenstein and Jan Berenstein
My sister’s teeth are loose. She went to the dentist with her brother.
dentisit by Cary Meester
Children can learn how the dentist helps maintain dental health.
dental help by Dee Prepared
Learn about what a dentist does and the tools dentists use.
if i were a dentist through academic
Discover the dental clinic tour.
let’s meet the dentist by Bridget Heos
A group of children visit Dr. Flores to learn how she helps keep their teeth clean and healthy.
i want to be a dentist
Learn more about what a dental office is like and what preparation your dentist does for the job.
books about teeth
Here are some books about teeth, but not focusing on dentists.
dental book Author: Dr. Seuss
“Teeth! You can find them everywhere! This book explores teeth and how convenient they are.
The Teeth Book: A Guide to Healthy Teeth and Gums Edward Miller
Lots of information about dental care, dentists and teeth.
Please brush your teeth by Leslie McGuire
This fun pop-up book shows bears, lions, sharks and other animals brushing and flossing.
About teeth by Mary Schuh
Close-up photos, diagrams, and simple text can help children learn more about teeth.
Have you ever seen a moose brush its teeth? Author: Jamie McLean
In this rhyming toothbrushing book, a moose heads to a creek to brush his teeth.
brush teeth by Mary Schuh
Learn more about the proper way to brush your teeth.
Snacks for healthy teeth by Mary Schuh
The types of food you eat can affect your teeth. Learn what to eat for healthier teeth.
take care of my teeth Author: Terri Degzel
Discover ways to take care of your teeth and stay healthy.
dental health activities
After you choose the perfect dental health book for your preschooler, you may also want to choose one of these activities to go with it!
Dental Health Math Activities for Preschool– You can help your child have healthy teeth by extending learning to activities in the Dental Health Math Center.
Dental Health Literacy Activities for Preschool– Your kids will love these fun, hands-on dental health literacy center activities and games that will help them build vocabulary and develop key emerging literacy skills like rhyming, syllables, beginning sounds, and more.
dental health science experiment – We explore this fun dental health science experiment that highlights the impact of different drink choices on your teeth and the importance of brushing.
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