Baby's First Book of 44 sounds

Over the past 9 years, we've cared for a number of foster toddlers who had significant speech delays. So when we discovered Baby's First Book of 44 Sounds—a research-based board book designed to jumpstart a baby's language development—we knew it provided a valuable tool to help families.

By introducing all 44 sounds of American English—both within words and in isolation—this book helps strengthen your baby's neural connections. These critical connections lay the foundation for speaking and reading in the years ahead, giving your child a strong start on his language journey.

Created by early childhood and speech-language therapists, Baby's First Book of 44 Sounds uses bright, realistic images on thick, durable pages to engage little learners. The pictures accompanying each sound help your baby understand what he is looking at and connect it with the sound he hears you say. The format follows a logical progression, beginning with single letters, advancing to double letters, and then introducing vowels with both long and short pronunciations. Baby's First Book of 44 Sounds encourages pointing, labeling, and active listening—essential early developmental milestones.

This book includes a food-grade silicone teether to support oral motor development and strengthen the muscles babies need for making their first sounds and words.

Perfect for parents looking to build a strong foundation in language, Baby's First Book of 44 Sounds is more than a book—it's a tool for unlocking a baby's communication potential. A QR code links to an online tutorial for parents.