Step into spring with a bouquet of enchanting spring books for kids perfect for your little ones! From playful animals to blossoming adventures, these tales are sure to spark imagination and joy. Let’s explore the magic of the season through captivating stories made just for toddlers.
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Spring Lesson Plans
When Spring Comes by Kevin Henkes
Spring Books for Kids
When Spring Comes by Kevin Henkes delivers a story filled with captivating language about the wonders of spring—if you can wait for them.
The birds will hatch, the sprouts will grow, the rain will come, and the world will turn green. The pages filled with alliteration about all of the things that come with spring spark so much joy.
Questions:
- What are some signs of spring mentioned in the book?
- How do the animals and plants change as spring arrives?
- What are some things you like to do in spring?
Fletcher and the Springtime blossoms
by Julia Rawlinson
Another great choice for your spring books for kids is Fletcher and the Springtime Blossoms by Julia Rawlinson.
Even though the weather is warming up, Fletcher spots snow in the orchard and warns all of his friends to prepare for another winter. Just as everyone starts to get ready, they discover another surprise—the snow is just one of spring’s astonishments: blossoms.
Questions:
- How did Fletcher try to help the trees feel better?
- How did the animals work together to help Fletcher at the end of the story?
- What animals did Fletcher encounter on his journey? How did they react to the falling blossoms?
Bird Builds A Nest
by Martin Jenkins
Bird Builds a Nest by Martin Jenkins tells the story of a bird building her nest from start to finish.
She has to gather the twigs, weave them together, and add soft grass and feathers to her nest. After a hard day’s work, her nest is complete and ready for eggs!
I love how this book explains how a nest is made in clear, easy-to-understand language for our little learners.
Questions:
- What materials does the bird collect to build its nest?
- What are some similarities and differences between bird nests and baby cribs?
- What do you think happens next?
The Thing About Spring by Daniel Kirk
Spring Books for Kids
The Thing About Spring by Daniel Kirk is a heartwarming story that celebrates the arrival of spring.
As the snow melts away, most animals eagerly embrace the wonders of the new season. From budding sprouts to sunshine, the story highlights the joy and excitement that springtime brings.
It’s exciting for everyone except Rabbit, who loves so many things about winter that he can’t see the joy of spring. That is until his friends show him.
Questions:
- What doesn’t Rabbit like about spring?
- What are some good things about spring that Mouse mentions?
- How do the characters feel about spring? Do Rabbit’s feelings change?
- What are the differences between winter and spring?
Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt
by Kate Messner
Next, we read Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt by Kate Messner. Up in the garden, the sprouts are growing, the flowers are blossoming, and the vegetables are ripening. Below, we explore the hidden world of animals and insects living and burrowing in the dirt.
I love how we get to take a peek into something that is so familiar, yet, we have never really seen with our own eyes.
Questions:
- What are some things you can find up in the garden?
- What are some things you can find down in the dirt?
- Can you describe the process of planting seeds and watching them grow?
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As we wrap up our exploration of spring books for kids, we’re reminded of the boundless joy and wonder that literature can bring into the lives of young readers. As you share these stories with your little ones, may the pages of these books continue to blossom with imagination, curiosity, and the timeless spirit of the season. Happy reading!
