25+ Delightful Books About Spring for Homeschool Families
Today’s post is a round-up of the best books about spring!
Spring is finally here! 🌸
That means longer days, warmer weather, and plenty of opportunities to refresh your homeschool reading list.
Whether your kids love stories about baby animals, gardening, or the changing seasons, there’s a perfect spring book out there for them.
Keep reading to find your new favorite books about spring!
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The Best Books About Spring
In this post, I’m sharing some of the best books about spring.
I’ve got the perfect spring books round-up of delightful picture books, engaging chapter books, nature-inspired non-fiction, and more!
These books aren’t just great for cozy read-alouds; they’re also perfect for homeschool lessons on seasons, weather, gardening, and nature studies.
So grab a cup of tea (or lemonade—it is spring, after all! ☀️) and let’s get into these wonderful spring reads for your homeschoolers!
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Preschool Books About Spring and Picture Books (Ages 2-6)
You’ll love these beautifully illustrated books that capture the essence of spring.
These books for your littlest readers are all about the flowers blooming, baby animals, and rainy days. 💚
No Bunnies Here! by Tammi Sauer
From the author of Wordy Birdy and the illustrator of The Very Impatient Caterpillar comes this hilarious picture book!
It’s about a super-sassy bunny who tries to save himself and his cotton-tailed pals from a wolf by conning him into thinking they are not bunnies, despite the fact that a.) they are very clearly bunnies and b.) more and more (and more!) bunnies keep showing up.
How many bunnies are in this book? A LOT!
Brown Rabbit’s Shapes by Alan Baker
A mysterious package leads Brown Rabbit on a fun-filled shapes trail.
Young children will enjoy following Alan Baker’s inquisitive little rabbits as they make new discoveries.
Simple storylines and playful artwork offer a fresh approach to learning early concepts.
This is one of my all-time favorite books about spring, and it’s available as a board book or in paperback!
When Spring Comes by Kevin Henkes
Before spring comes, the trees are dark sticks, the grass is brown, and the ground is covered in snow. But if you wait, leaves unfurl and flowers blossom, the grass turns green, and the mounds of snow shrink and shrink.
Spring brings baby birds, sprouting seeds, rain and mud, and puddles. You can feel it and smell it and hear it—and you can read it!
If you like When Spring Comes, complete the seasonal books set with In the Middle of Fall, Winter is Here, and Summer Song!
Check out these freebies from Kevin Henkes’ website!
The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s First Spring by Eric Carle
A fan favorite at my house, and it makes a great Easter gift for babies!
Celebrate spring with The Very Hungry Caterpillar and his friends in this exploration of the season.
Young readers can learn all about seasonal sensory experiences, like watching clouds change shapes, feeling cool rain on your skin, sniffing fresh blooming flowers, and so much more!
Add the others in the set to this spring book to complete the collection: The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s First Summer, The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s First Fall, and The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s First Winter.
You’ll also love the freebies from Eric Carle’s website, including an Easter egg coloring page! 🐣
Little Blue Truck’s Springtime by Alice Schertle
A fun and silly lift-the-flap book from The Little Blue Truck series.
Beep! Beep! Little Blue Truck is out for a ride with his good friend Toad. The sun is shining and the flowers are blooming—it’s a beautiful spring day! Who will they see along the way?
Open the flaps to meet all of the sweet baby animals just born on the farm. Peep! Peep!
Plant the Tiny Seed: A Springtime Book For Kids by Christie Matheson
An interactive book that teaches kids about how gardens grow and the life cycle of plants.
In one of the most beautiful books about spring for kids, Christie Matheson lets kids gently tap the flowers to prune them, wiggle their fingers to make the rain come down, and more!
Looking for centers and activities to really make the book come to life? You’ll love these activities from Busy Hands and Minds!
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Early Readers and Beginning Chapter Books About Spring (Ages 5-8)
These spring books for kids are sure to bring a smile to your children’s faces!
Here you’ll find some of my favs for spring with simple text and engaging spring themes. 💐
The Tooth Fairy vs. The Easter Bunny by Jamie L. B. Deenihan
The Tooth Fairy and the Easter Bunny go head-to-head in this silly picture book, perfect for anyone who’s ever lost a tooth or found an Easter egg!
If you love this book as much as I do, check out more books by Jamie L. B. Deenihan.
Fun fact: Jamie L. B. Deenihan is a picture book author, certified reading specialist, and former elementary school and preschool teacher, so you’ll love supporting this amazing author who really writes her books with a love of kids, literacy, and making others smile.
Frog and Toad Are Friends by Arnold Lobel
One of the classic books about spring!
I love “Frog and Toad Are Friends,” because Frog, eager for spring, tries to wake up his sleepy friend Toad, who wants to stay in bed until May. #mood
Toad distracts Frog by cleverly ripping off the calendar pages, ultimately convincing Toad that it’s May and time for spring adventures.
This may be one of the first books about spring your kiddo can read independently!
Misty and Cloud: The Thing About Spring by Dylan Dreyer
Spring has arrived and everyone is welcoming the season by doing a little cleaning. Little do they know, Spring is also a season of change!
As the days get longer and the weather turns warmer, Misty the Cloud and friends will have to do their part to help things grow on Earth.
Step 2 Readers are a great choice for your early readers because they use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
The Hidden Rainbow by Christie Matheson
All the colors of the rainbow are hidden in the garden, but can the little bee find them—with help from the reader?
Christie Matheson, author of the popular and acclaimed Tap the Magic Tree, brings a garden to life in this bright, interactive picture book about the natural world—and our place within it.
Grow Happy by Jon Lasser and Sage Foster-Lasser
Kiko shows the reader how she grows happiness: by making good choices, taking care of her body and mind, paying attention to her feelings, problem solving, and spending time with family and friends.
This is one of those great books about spring in which kids will learn that they can play a pivotal role in creating their own happiness, just like Kiko.
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Spring Chapter Books About Spring (Ages 8-12)
For this older group of kids, I’ve picked chapter books and read-aloud books about spring that are perfect for getting them into the springtime spirit.
This section is full of books with themes of new beginnings, nature, and springtime adventures. 😎
Plants vs. Zombies Volume 1: Lawnmageddon by Paul Tobin
The confusing-yet-brilliant inventor known only as Crazy Dave helps his niece, Patrice, and young adventurer Nate Timely fend off a “fun-dead” neighborhood invasion in Plants vs. Zombies: Lawnmageddon!
Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White
Some Pig. Humble. Radiant. These are the words in Charlotte’s Web, high up in Zuckerman’s barn.
Charlotte’s spiderweb tells of her feelings for a little pig named Wilbur, who simply wants a friend.
They also express the love of a girl named Fern, who saved Wilbur’s life when he was born the runt of his litter.
The Penderwicks in Spring by Jeanne Birdsall
Springtime is finally arriving on Gardam Street, and there are surprises in store for each member of the family.
Some surprises are just wonderful, like neighbor Nick Geiger coming home from war. And some are ridiculous, like Batty’s new dog-walking business.
Batty is saving up her dog-walking money for an extra-special surprise for her family, which she plans to present on her upcoming birthday.
But when some unwelcome surprises make themselves known, the best-laid plans fall apart.
Nancy Drew Clue Book: Springtime Crime by Carolyn Keene
Help Nancy and her friends find out what happened to a superstar’s flower hat in the ninth book in the interactive springtime edition of the Nancy Drew Clue Book mystery series.
I picked this for my books about spring round-up because everyone in the town is working hard to finish their floral works of art in the Springtime Crime.
Your kids will love reading the descriptions about all the spring preparations and figuring out how to solve the mystery along with Nancy Drew!
The Chicken Squad by Doreen Cronin
They might be chicks, but they sure aren’t chicken, and they’re on a mission. And on this, their first (mis)adventure, the Chicken Squad launches a galactic backyard expedition.
Fun fact: this book series is now an animated series on Disney Junior!
Poetry & Spring-Themed Books About Spring
There’s just something about the spring season that makes poetry books super popular this time of year.
You’ll find a mix of my favorite poetry books and short stories that celebrate spring’s beauty. 🌞
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Frog! by Lucille Colandro
Spring is in the air, and everyone’s favorite old lady is ready to celebrate!
That zany old lady is back–and with a serious case of spring fever! This time she’s swallowing items to make the most of the season…with a beautiful garden!
With rhyming text and funny illustrations, this lively version of the classic song will appeal to young readers with every turn of the page–a wacky story for the first day of spring! 🌱
Poetree by Shauna LaVoy Reynolds
A girl writes a poem to a tree, but then is surprised when the tree writes back in this wondrous and warm picture book about friendship, nature, and the power of poetry.
Lyrical and sweetly satisfying, Poetree is about finding beauty in the world around you, and new friends in unlikely places.
If you like this book, take a look at the author’s “Poetree Friday” lesson videos and challenges here on her website.
Poems for the Seasons (Poems Just for Me) by Brian Moses
Each season brings beautiful changes to our world, and this endearing collection of poems celebrates them all.
This playful book features poets such as Kenn Nesbitt, Trevor Harvey, Jane Clarke, and many others.
Charming illustrations will excite even reluctant readers with the magic of the seasons.
Outside Your Window: A First Book of Nature by Nicola Davies
This gorgeously illustrated volume of poetry, sprinkled with facts and fun things to do, sows an early love for nature in all its beauty and wonder.
Biologist and nature author Davies takes a poetical look at the seasons in this collection of nearly sixty poems.
The year starts with spring (featuring things like “Bulbs,” “Lambs’ Tails,” and “Planting Seeds”) and goes on through summer (a bird’s “Summer Song,” a farm’s “Making Hay”) and on to fall (“Acorn,” “Harvest,” “Berry Picking”) and finally winter (“Winter Trees,” “Snow Song”).
Spring: An Alphabet Acrostic by Steven Schnur
A collection of poems describes spring, with its animals, green smells, and renewed outside activities and when read vertically, the first letters of the lines of text spell related words arranged alphabetically, from “April” to “zenith.”
Once you fall in love with this alphabet acrostic, you can check out other ones by Steven Schnur for all the other seasons: winter, summer, and autumn.
Bonus: You can even create your own alphabet acrostic to go with the book!
Activity-Based Books About Spring
Ready to shake off those winter blues and get outside?
Let these interactive books guide you with some fun activities, spring crafts, gardening tips, and outdoor exploration ideas. 🐛
Roots, Shoots, Buckets, and Boots: Gardening Together With Children by Sharon Lovejoy
Here are 12 spirited, easy-to-implement ideas for theme gardens that parents and kids can grow together, connecting children to nature through gardening.
Each project includes a plan and the planting recipe, as well as a “Discovery Walk,” activities and crafts to make with what you grow!
Let’s Go for a Walk! by Ranger Hamza
Take this book with you on any walk, wherever you live, with suggestions of things to look out for.
Can you see a red thing? A tall thing? Can you find something smooth, and something rough? What can you smell, and what can you hear?
As well as things to spot on the walk, each section contains fascinating facts, making it a top choice for my favorite books about spring.
The Nature Connection: An Outdoor Workbook for Kids by Clare Walker Leslie
This fun activity book shows kids how to experience nature with all five senses, whether they live in the countryside, a major city, or somewhere in between.
Guiding children through inspiring activities like sketching wildlife, observing constellations, collecting leaves, keeping a weather journal, and watching bird migrations, The Nature Connection encourages kids to engage with the world outside and promotes a lifelong love of nature.
A Field Guide for Spring: Play and Learn in Nature by Gabby Dawnay
A Field Guide to Spring is a pocket-sized introduction to spring, inspired by the Forest School movement.
Building on children’s natural curiosity about the world around them, this book aims to establish a connection with nature at an early age that will go on to last a lifetime!
Exploring Nature Activity Book for Kids: 50 Creative Projects to Spark Curiosity in the Outdoors by Kim Messner
Track, explore, discover, and create! This incredible choice in nature books for kids is full of activities you can bring on your adventures through your backyard, the park, the woods, and beyond. No matter the weather or where you live,
Exploring Nature Activity Book for Kids shows you how to dive into fun and games like crafting bird feeders out of fruit, pressing flowers, or building a sundial to tell the time.
Get ready to get your hands dirty and your imagination going as crack open of of the books about spring that’s sure to you get active outside!
How to Use These Books About Spring into Your Homeschooling
And now, for the best part!
Bring these books to life during homeschool this spring using a few of the ideas below for inspo. 🦋
- Unit Studies – Use books like The Tiny Seed for a plant growth lesson.
- Outdoor Learning – Read Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt before gardening.
- Art and Poetry Connections – Have kids illustrate one of their favorite spring poems.
- Lapbooks or Journals – Let kids keep a spring nature journal inspired by books.
That’s everything you need to know about spring books!
Ready for some spring cleaning? 📚
Start by cleaning out that bookshelf and making room for some of these great books about spring!
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