Picture books tagged with: glasses

My Special Eye

A vibrant, positive picture book narrated by Bruno, an active little boy who has a prosthetic eye. Any child could learn a good deal from this picture book about why people have prostheses, how the eye is cared for, and what it means for the wearer. 'My Special Eye' gives a much-needed voice to monocular children.

Eliot Jones, Midnight Superhero

A great choice for a child who wears glasses (the featured hero is bespectacled). It's also a good way to discuss prejudice and stereotypes with children, and to encourage them to look beyond outward appearance.

The Boy in the Big Blue Glasses

A picture book which acknowledges that getting used to wearing glasses can be a challenge for some children. The boy in the story ultimately grows to accept them.

Bumposaurus

May help young children to understand why wearing glasses is important.

What Can Rabbit See?

The book gives a positive view of wearing glasses.

Read at Home: First Experiences: At the Optician

Useful for preparing children for their first visit to the optician.

Snug!

A comforting board book that includes illustrations of a child wearing glasses and a wheel-chair user.

I Really Absolutely Must Have Glasses

Glasses

This lovely board book could be used to introduce young children to wearing glasses in a positive way. It should help children who need glasses and their families family feel less alone and more comfortable with glasses. It could also be used to help other children learn more about why some children need glasses.