Springtime Stories for Beginning Readers
Introduce the new season with these wonderful (and sometimes all wet!) books for beginners.
The Boy Who Didn't Believe in Spring by Lucille Clifton
Two skeptical boys search through city streets for spring after hearing that it's "just around the corner."
Caterpillars, Bugs, and Butterflies by Mel Boring
Perfect for your little entomologist, this introduction to bugs offers fun facts and engaging activities.
Creepy, Crawly Baby Bugs by Sandra Markle
Get an up-close and fascinating look at slimy baby insects with this informative, full-color photography book.
Counting in the Garden by Kim Parker
Spot how many blooming flowers and springtime creatures can be found around the garden in this visually striking concept book. Learn more.
Farfallina and Marcel by Holly Keller
In this tale about the power of friendship, a gosling and caterpillar manage to stay best of friends after they both undergo physical transformations.
From Caterpillar to Butterfly by Deborah Heiligman
Get a child's eye-view of metamorphosis as a class witnesses every step of a caterpillar's change into a butterfly.
From Tadpole to Frog by Wendy Pfeffer
Learn about the life cycle of frogs as they grow from jelly-covered eggs to wiggling tadpoles to leaping land animals.
Growing Frogs by Vivian French
After reading a story about a frog that grows bigger and bigger and bigger, a mother and daughter visit a pond to learn about the real thing in this adorable and engaging book.
Handsprings by Douglas Florian
Experience the playful spirit of springtime with this collection of whimsical poetry and imaginative artwork.
Henry and Mudge in Puddle Trouble by Cynthia Rylant
From getting into a muddy mess to saving newborn kittens, spring is full of adventures for this lovable pair.
How a Seed Grows by Helene J. Jordan
Learn to create your own garden as two children guide you through the stages of plant growth.
It's Spring by Samantha Berger
In this charming book, a rabbit, deer, duck, and other animals of the forest pass along the news that spring has arrived.
Jack's Garden by Henry Cole
Watch a young boy's garden take shape as seedlings become flowers in full-bloom.
The Magic School Bus: Inside a Beehive by Joanna Cole
A magical field trip has Ms. Frizzle's class experiencing firsthand the busy lives of honeybees. Learn more.
Mud Flat Spring by James Stevenson
Nine animal friends celebrate the new season with a heap of amusing antics.
North Country Spring by Reeve Lindbergh
Inspirational prose and vivid paintings wonderfully capture the power of spring.
Poppleton in Spring by Cynthia Rylant
A silly and lovable pig encounters some difficulties while trying to complete his spring chores and activities. Learn more.
Possum and Peeper by Anne Hunter
When peeping sounds awaken Possum from his winter's slumber, he sets off with some friends to find the noisy culprit.
Raven and River by Nancy White Carlstrom
Alaskan woodland creatures beckon the coming of spring in this picturesque book.
The Robins in Your Backyard by Nancy Carol Willis
Learn how American robins mate, build nests, and care for their young in this descriptive narrative.
Spring Cleaning by Else Holmelund Minarik
Little Bear finds it hard to let go of a few treasured items when helping his mother with spring cleaning.
Spring's Sprung by Lynn Plourde
When Mother Earth awakens her children March, April, and May, the siblings compete for their mother's attention in this brilliantly illustrated book.
Spring Thaw by Steven Schnur
Enchanting illustrations of the countryside and alluring words splendidly depict the gradual changes of spring.
Two Blue Jays by Anne Rockwell
In this attractive book, children learn about the life cycle of blue jays as they observe the fascinating birds outside their classroom window.
