7 Highest-Rated Disney Books to Buy Right Now

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You might think Disney fans are easy to shop for. Just buy them anything Disney-related, right?

Surprise them with a Disney gift!

But once you start looking it can quickly become overwhelming. How can you narrow it down?

Instead of buying another collectible or other item that might just take up space, surprise them with something thoughtful that they can actually enjoy!

They Drew as They Pleased: The Hidden Art of Disney’s Golden Age

Fans of the history of the Walt Disney Company, particularly those who are interested in the golden age, will enjoy this book and its companion pieces. They Drew as They Pleased: The Hidden Art of Disney’s Golden Age is the first book in a series revealing hidden art from this era.

The first volume covers the 1930s and includes full illustrations from the development of well-know films like Snow White as well as art from unproduced works. You can purchase this hardcover book for $20.49.

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Disney Classics Little Golden Book Library

Many of the top-rated and best-selling items across these sites were Little Golden Books. Plenty of kids grew up reading these stories; they’re the perfect size and length for beginner readers and have stories with their favorite characters.

The Disney Classics Little Golden Book Library allows you to gift many stories at once, featuring classic Disney characters like Simba, Alice, and many others. Whether this is just an addition to their book collection or they’re just starting out, this mini-library makes for an excellent gift and can be purchased for $18.99.

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Ultimate Princess Boxed Set of 12 Little Golden Books

If the child you’re shopping for is more of a princess fan, you’re in luck! Little Golden Books also has a princess-version of their mini library. This set includes 12 books telling stories about Disney’s royalty.

The Ultimate Princess Boxed Set of 12 Little Golden Books includes an array of stories published across 75 years. Classic princesses like Snow White as well as more modern ones like Merida are featured within this set. Find this on Amazon for $26.98.

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Poster Art of the Disney Parks Book

This book focuses on Disney parks around the world and the posters you find within them. This unique title includes poster art from Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Tokyo Disneyland, Disneyland Paris, and Hong Kong Disneyland. Starting in 1956, this book holds decades of art.

In its 144 pages, Poster Art of the Disney Parks features posters from around the world and across time, reproduced in full color. Anyone who loves learning about Disney parks or the history of art within the company would delight in this hardcover, on sale now at shopDisney for $39.95.

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Disney Baby First Colors, Shapes, Numbers

Start them young with this book! The Disney Baby First Colors, Shapes, Numbers book will teach your little one important concepts while they delight in the bright and energetic illustrations featuring some of their favorite Disney characters.

Sturdy board pages and a padded cover make this book durable enough for babies and toddlers. Within the 24 pages are pictures and words to help them learn their numbers, letters, and colors. Add this to your Christmas shopping list, and find it at Target for $6.19.

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Disney Bunnies Goodnight, Thumper!

Purchase Disney Bunnies Goodnight, Thumper! and add this book to your bedtime story rotation. Thumper, the little bunny from Bambi, is absolutely not tired and travels on a nighttime journey throughout the forest in this story.

If you have a child who is a little similar to Thumper, they’ll enjoy this book, and it just might be the key to settling down when it’s time to go to bed. This book includes gorgeous full-page illustrations, and is perfect for kids ages 4 to 8. Snag this story for $6.27.

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The Imagineering Story: The Official Biography of Walt Disney Imagineering

Have you ever wondered how the Imagineers got started? The Imagineering Story: The Official Biography of Walt Disney Imagineering, inspired by the popular Disney+ documentary series of the same name, expands on series and provides even more detail about the history of Disney Imagineering.

Disney history buffs will love this book, especially if they watched and enjoyed Leslie Iwerks’ docuseries and are eager for more. With inside info straight from Imagineers themselves, this book is a must-have for any fans of the Imagineers and Disney engineering in general. This book is available on Amazon for $26.99.

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Whether they’re a little kid or a grandparent, there are tons of Disney books out there they can enjoy. Keep checking on shopDisney for more new releases as well as other holiday finds!