Our Favorite Summer Children's Books
Updated: 4 days ago
At our house, we read A LOT of children's books, and we want to share some of our favorites with you! In this post, we've focused on our favorite summer books, and we've included picture books and a few board books for the youngsters out there. Feel free to skim the list and see if any appeal to your family. We hope you enjoy!
Board Books
Summer
Written By: Alice Low
Illustrated By: Roy McKie
Publisher: Random House (1963)
Recommended Ages: 0+
Book Description:
Better than fireworks, this classic Beginner Book celebrates all the wonderful things that come with summer! From trips to the beach and eating watermelon to fireworks and fishing, Summer will have young readers eager for the kind of fun only warm breezes and sunny weather can bring.
Why We Love it:
Short rhyming text
Bright, fun illustrations
Captures a variety of simple summer pleasures
Has a nostalgic feel to it that reminds me of summers when I was kid
Ten Little Ladybugs
Written By: Melanie Gerth
Illustrated By: Laura Huliska-Beith
Publisher: Piggy Toes Press (2000)
Recommended Ages: 0+
Book Description: Young ones will love learning to count backward as they watch ten touchable ladybugs disappear one by one with the turn of each page.
Why We Love It:
Irresistible raised ladybugs on each page
Teaches kids animals, insects, and numbers 1-10 using a familiar story format
Bright, cheerful illustrations
Giraffes Can't Dance
Written By: Giles Andreae
Illustrated By: Guy Parker-Rees
Publisher: Cartwheel Books (Scholastic) (1999)
Recommended Ages: 0+
Book Description: Giraffes Can't Dance is a touching tale of Gerald the giraffe, who wants nothing more than to dance. With crooked knees and thin legs, it's harder for a giraffe than you would think. Gerald is finally able to dance to his own tune when he gets some encouraging words from an unlikely friend. With light-footed rhymes and high-stepping illustrations, this tale is gentle inspiration for every child with dreams of greatness.
Why We Love It:
Lively, rollicking rhymes and a fun cadence
Beautiful illustrations
Great message for kids about being true to themselves
Perfect for summer, but can be enjoyed in any season
Backyard Bugs
Written By: Terry Baddoo
Illustrated By: Kathrin Fehrl
Publisher: Little Hippo Books (2021)
Recommended Ages: 0+
Book Description:
Little ones won’t be afraid to touch these bugs. Learn fun facts about the bugs and creatures in your own backyard in this colorful, touch and feel board book. The touch and feel silicone textures add a sensory element to this book for toddlers. With fun rhyming text, your toddler can explore each insects different traits and learn who they will meet in their backyard.
Why We Love It:
Irresistible silicone textures on each page
Minimal (yet informative) text that's formatted like a guessing game
Well-constructed; sturdy (Nolan-proof so far!)
Picture Books
And Then Comes Summer
Written By: Tom Brenner
Illustrated By: Jaime Kim
Publisher: Candlewick Press (2017)