Collection: Nursery & Kindergarten Books for Kids - Phonics, Alphabet, Story Books & More

The first six years of a child's life shape everything that follows - how they read, how they write, and how they feel about learning for the rest of their lives. At Evergreen Publications, our nursery and kindergarten books are designed to make that foundation as strong as it can be. From phonics books and alphabet books to story books for toddlers and full CBSE nursery class books - everything your child needs for early learning success is right here, in one trusted place.

Whether you're a parent looking for pre nursery books for your little one at home, or a teacher sourcing nursery study material for a full classroom - our children's books are built around how young minds actually learn: through play, pictures, sounds, and stories.

Shop Nursery Books by Age

Every child is different. Browse by age to find kids books that match exactly where your child is right now - not too easy, not too hard, just right.

Books for 2-3 Year Olds - Pre Nursery & Playgroup

Two and three-year-olds learn through their senses. Our pre nursery books and toddler books for this age group feature bold illustrations, simple rhymes, and one idea per page. Infant story books, baby alphabet books, and board books for toddlers help build vocabulary, spark imagination, and make reading a warm daily habit - long before formal schooling begins. Perfect for playgroup and play school books readiness.

Story Books & Nursery Books for 3-4 Year Olds - LKG / Nursery Class

This is the age when letters, numbers, and sounds start to click. Our nursery class books for LKG cover phonics reading books, nursery rhymes books, nursery class notebooks, and early nursery class math - everything a 3 to 4-year-old needs to meet LKG learning goals. Story books for 3-year-olds in this range use simple sentences and rich pictures to keep young readers engaged from cover to cover.

Reading Books for 4-5 Year Olds - UKG / Kindergarten

By ages 4 and 5, children are ready to decode words, write letters, and count with confidence. Our reading books for 4-year-olds include jr kg books and junior kg books covering phonics blends, 3-letter word books, nursery writing books, and nursery activity books with tracing, drawing, and colouring. Our all in one nursery book options are also popular for parents who want a single, comprehensive learning companion for UKG.

Story Books & Learning Books for 5-6 Year Olds - Class 1 Preparation

As children approach primary school, they need books that bridge kindergarten and Class 1. Story books for 5-year-olds and reading books for 5-year-olds in our collection build fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Paired with english notebooks for nursery and structured writing practice, these books help children step into Class 1 ready and confident.

Shop by Learning Category

Looking for something specific? Find children's books by what your child is learning right now.

Phonics Books:

Our phonics books follow a clear, step-by-step progression - from individual letter sounds to blends, digraphs, and short sentences. These phonics reading books and phonics story books are ideal for children aged 3–6 and are among the best phonics books available for the Indian curriculum. An abc phonics chart is also available for classroom and home display, making sound-letter connections visual and constant.

Alphabet Books & Writing Practice:

From the very first letter to full words, our alphabet books and baby alphabet books develop letter recognition alongside fine motor skills. Our nursery writing books and abcd writing practice books take children through uppercase and lowercase letters, simple words, and basic sentences - using an english notebook for nursery sized just right for small hands. The kids alphabet book range is especially popular for daily at-home practice.

Math Skills - Nursery Class Math:

Numbers, shapes, patterns, and sorting - our nursery class math books introduce mathematical thinking the way young children understand it best: through pictures and activity. These early learning books cover counting, simple addition concepts, and number recognition, giving children a genuine head start before formal arithmetic begins.

Story Books & Reading:

A love of reading is the greatest gift early learning can give. Our children's story books in English include short story books for kids, cartoon story books in English, cartoon children's books, picture story books for toddlers, and longer fiction books for kids who are ready for more. Best story books for kids are also available as curated sets - perfect as gifts or as a structured home reading library.

CBSE & ICSE Nursery and Kindergarten Books

School readiness means different things in different classrooms. That's why our nursery and kindergarten books are developed to align with both CBSE and ICSE nursery syllabuses - covering every core area schools expect at each level.

CBSE Nursery Books:

Our CBSE nursery books cover the full learning scope recommended for Nursery, LKG, and UKG - English literacy, phonics, early numeracy, environmental awareness, and motor skill development. These books serve as comprehensive nursery study material for students in CBSE-affiliated schools across India. Our nursery class book list covers every subject area, making it easy for parents to buy exactly what the school has recommended.

ICSE Nursery Syllabus Books:

For ICSE schools, our kindergarten books meet the detailed language, numeracy, and activity requirements of the ICSE nursery syllabus. Children get structured practice in reading readiness, writing, and early analytical thinking - the three pillars of ICSE's early years framework. Our nursery notebook and nursery class english book options are widely used in ICSE nursery classrooms.

Not sure which books your school uses? Every book in our collection is labelled by class level - Nursery / LKG / UKG - so finding the right nursery school books online takes just a few clicks.

Why Parents Across India Choose Evergreen Publications

Thousands of Indian families trust Evergreen books every academic year. Here's what makes our kindergarten and nursery books different:

• Decades of Trust: Evergreen Publications is one of India's most respected ISO-certified educational publishers - with a long track record in school books across CBSE, ICSE, and State Board curricula.
• Built for Indian Children: Our children's books reflect Indian contexts, names, and values. Learning feels familiar, not foreign.
• Expert-Developed Content: Every nursery book, phonics book, and activity book is developed by early childhood education specialists who understand child development - not just curriculum checklists.
• Affordable & School-Approved: High-quality early learning books at prices Indian families can rely on. Our books are used and recommended in nursery and kindergarten schools across the country.
• Screen-Free Learning: In a world full of screens, Evergreen books give children a focused, hands-on learning experience. Just 20 minutes a day makes a real difference.
• Free Delivery Across India: Order nursery school books online and get them delivered directly to your home - anywhere in India, no minimum order required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which books are best for a 2-year-old in India?

For children aged 2, look for board books for toddlers, baby picture books, and infant story books with large illustrations and very few words per page. Our pre nursery books and playgroup books for this stage introduce colours, shapes, animals, and basic words through pictures and rhymes - the perfect starting point for early learning.

What is a phonics book and does my child need one?

A phonics book teaches children to connect letters with the sounds they make - the foundation of reading. Rather than memorising words, children learn a method that lets them decode any new word on their own. Our phonics reading books start from individual sounds and build up to blends and sentences. Children who learn phonics early become significantly more confident readers. Most CBSE and ICSE nursery syllabuses include phonics as a core area.

What is the difference between LKG and UKG books?

LKG books (for ages 3-4) introduce the alphabet, basic phonics, numbers 1-10, and early writing through nursery class notebooks and nursery english books. UKG books (ages 4-5) build on these with sight words, blends, numbers to 100, and more structured writing. Our jr kg books and junior kg books clearly label which level each book targets, making it easy to shop by your child's current class.

Are your nursery books aligned with CBSE and ICSE syllabuses?

Yes. Our CBSE nursery books and ICSE nursery syllabus books are developed to cover all core learning areas - English, phonics, early math, and environmental awareness - in formats that school teachers recognise and use. Many of our books are directly listed in school booklists for Nursery, LKG, and UKG classes across India.

What are 3-letter word books and when should my child start them?

Three-letter word books introduce the first decodable words - simple CVC words like "cat," "dog," "bed," and "sun." They are ideal for children aged 4–5 who have already learned individual letter sounds and are ready to start blending. These books are the bridge between phonics practice and actual independent reading.

Can I use these books at home without a teacher?

Absolutely. Our nursery and kindergarten books are designed to be parent-friendly. Each book includes clear activity instructions and illustrations that guide both parent and child. Just 15-20 minutes a day of reading, writing, or activity practice using our early learning books creates a meaningful learning routine - no teaching background required.

Do you offer an all-in-one nursery book?

Yes. Our all in one nursery book options combine multiple subjects - English, Math, drawing, and phonics - into a single comprehensive volume. These are especially popular for parents who want one book that covers the full nursery class syllabus without needing to buy separate books for every subject.

What story books are good for a 5-year-old?

For 5-year-olds, look for story books with slightly longer narratives, more characters, and a clear beginning, middle, and end. Our story books for 5-year-olds and short story books for kids in English are written at exactly the right reading level - stretching vocabulary without losing engagement. Our cartoon story books in English are also a favourite with children this age.

Give your child the strongest possible start. Browse our full range of nursery books, phonics books, alphabet books, story books, and kindergarten activity books - all trusted by Indian schools and families. Free delivery across India on every order.