Spring is finally in the air, and it's also in some wonderful children's books. And if the weather is still a little wintery where you're at, perhaps reading books about spring with your kids will help pass the time until warmer weather arrives.
Reading with your children is one of the best things you can do to help improve their literacy, and there's always something new and wonderful to add to your children's library.
Think about the books you loved as a child. Many of us read The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle or Frog and Toad by Arnold Lobel, and these books about spring are just as great today as they were 20 years ago. This list is just expanding upon what we know and love, and we added new authors and titles to the canon that are sure to become classics, too.
Get ready to read with your children with these 15 fun books about spring.
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1
More Than Just Seeds
‘A Seed Is Sleepy’ by Dianna Hutts Aston, illustrated by Sylvia Long
What's more perfectly representative of springtime than the story of seeds and how they grow?
This book is visually stunning, and the story is light and easy to follow. You'll notice as a parent how the story of the seed is a metaphor for childhood, and it might just hit you right in the feels.
A boy and his dog explore the liminal space between seasons in this utterly beautiful book by Kenard Pak. The tale is simple and gently told, but the illustrations are at once stark and evocative of the expanse between the cold nights of winter and the blooming growth of spring.
3
Got to Have Llama Llama
‘Llama Llama Very Busy Springtime,’ based on books by Anna Dewdney
Is it really a children's book list without a Llama Llama book? I don't think it is. And our favorite funny camelid is having a ball with the creatures and wonders of spring in this installment of the children's classic story.
4
Holiday Learning
‘Festival of Colors’ by Kabir Sehgal and Surishtha Sehgal, illustrated by Vashti Harrison
The Hindu spring harvest festival of Holi is a riot of beautiful colors, traditions, and joy. This book explores the meaning of the holiday, sharing it with the littlest readers in a way that will utterly delight small humans.
This book is a classic ... and also a project. This copy of The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle comes with seeded paper that you can plant to grow flowers. It's teaching your children all about spring and green, growing things in a delightful, hands-on way.
6
All About the Bees
‘The Honeybee’ by Kirsten Hall, illustrated by Isabelle Arsenault
Honeybees are some of the most powerful forces on this earth, and it's springtime that ushers them in. This remarkable book shows kids the life of the honeybee, helping them appreciate how crucial this insect is to our environment.
And the illustrations are so beautiful, you'll wish you could frame each page. (Plus, it would make a lovely nursery theme.)
7
A Fan Favorite
‘Little Blue Truck’s Springtime’ by Alice Schertle, illustrated by Jill McElmurry
Cadence and rhythm often play a big role in children's literature, and that's certainly true with the books in the Little Blue Truck series. Join your favorite cast of farm characters as they beep beep during the changing seasons.
I bought this book on a lark for my godson, and it was such a charming read that I plan on making it a staple in my gifting. Spencer is an observant young boy who's learning about the world around him, told though easy text and engaging illustrations.
9
Best Board Book
'A Little Book About Spring' by Leo Lionni, Illustrated by Julie Hamilton
Papercut-style illustrations and bold, simple text make this board book great joy for toddlers. They'll love the sturdy pages that feature tons of spring colors and themes. Parents, on the other hand, will love pointing out letters, colors, shapes, and animals.
10
Flap Book Joy
‘Spring in the Forest’ by Rusty Finch, illustrated by Katya Longhi
Yes, this book happens during the spring, and much of it has to do with what it means to be young, new, and growing. But, obviously, it's so much more than that.
And while there aren't a lot of young adult books that specifically have to do with spring, this one is definitely a must-read for everyone.
12
Little Golden Choice
‘Springtime Babies’ by Danna Smith, illustrated by Takako Fisher
Little Golden Books are iconic. So many of us had shelves of these books as kids, and now, we can pass that tradition down to our children. This Little Golden Book has everything you're expecting — a cute story, splendid illustrations, and a bit of a moral angle.
13
Fun Learning
‘Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt’ by Kate Messner, illustrated by Christopher Silas Neal
Kate Messner has a series of books that look over and under or above and below, and this installment looks at the garden and the dirt. She uses worms, robins, and growing flowers to explain the wonders of the season, and the illustrations by Neal bring the whole story to life in a delightful way.
14
A Spanish-Language Option
‘Un Poema Para Cada Día de Primavera’ by Vanesa Perez-Sanquillo, Illustrated by Raquel Diaz-Reguera
A collection of spring poems (in Spanish) with graceful coloring and illustrations, this book evokes the emotions of spring and renewal. The poetry is fluid and alluring for young readers and parents alike.
15
Alphabet Style
‘S Is for Spring: Spring Alphabet Picture Book for Kids’ by Sophie Davidson
I can and will find a fun and easy alphabet book for every children's book list I do. Why? Because when you engage your child with language in a way that also engages them with other topics, it brings everything together more concretely.
This is a shining example of the genre, with creative graphic illustrations that babies will love.
Cat BowenParenting EditorCat Bowen is the parenting editor at BestProducts.com where she researches all of the best products for families from pre-conception through their teen years, focusing on matching scientific evidence with real-life needs.
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