Teach your kids all about the islands with these select Sanibel Children’s books. Beautifully illustrated and whimsically written, these charming books serve to educate as much as they do entertain. The books travel around the Islands, exploring different places and introducing young kids to all the amazing animals and wildlife the island has to offer. The Sanibel Public Library is also there to lend a hand with extensive books and programs for children of all ages. The library is $10 to join and you don’t have to be a Sanibel resident to join. Also, want to good book for the beach? Check out a few local Sanibel authors!

Sanibel Childrens Books

Annabelle From Sanibel

Annabelle From Sanibel by Jane Kirschner Tuccillo tells the charming tale of Granny Annabelle and how her life peaceful island life was turned upside down by hurricane Charley and how a yummy key lime pie recipe restored comfort and happiness. Her secret recipe is included so kids can make Granny Annabelles wonderful pie with their own Grandmas!

Good Night fort Myers & Sanibel

This great kids book by Adam Gamble is a fun and engaging exploration into the area of Fort Myers and Sanibel.  Kida will learn about how awesome the region is as the book covers many things such as dolphins and manatees, Fort Myers Beach, Lovers Key State Park, Time Square, Sanibel Causeway, J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge, The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum, Sanibel Lighthouse, Bowman’s Beach and more.

Dillo – A Baby Armadillo’s Adventure On Sanibel Island

Author Kyle L. Miller and illustrator bring to life this charming tale of Dillo, a baby Armadillo exploring Sanibel.  This adorably illustrated tale follows Dillo as she discovers the islands animals, birds, frogs, otters and more not only entertaining also educating kids.

There’s a Secret on Sanibel and Captiva, Too!

There’s A Secret On Sanibel and Captiva Too! Written by Karen Kirk Richards has a whimsical, rhyming narrative that teaches children about the local Sanibel wildlife and, teaches them how to respect nature. Great illustrations by Bruce Kiel.

Juno The Junonia Series

Join Juno, an adventurous Junonia shell who travels around Sanibel & Captiva Islands. Written by Marianne Pasqual & Maureen Tacito, there are several to check out but Juno’s Island Adventure is a good place to start!