Though snow may still be falling for some of us, spring is pushing its way through. The following board books celebrate the change of seasons.
LITTLE BUNNY, SPRING IS HERE! by Deborah Marcero, G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers, Jan. 7, 2025, board book, $8.99 (ages 0-3)
A spinoff from the creator of the beloved picture books In a Jar and Out of a Jar.
Little Bunny and his friends are looking for the first signs of spring, but as hard as they try, they can’t seem to find them. But when a spring rain comes, at last the rivers flow, the flowers bloom, the birds sing, and the bees zoom. It’s finally time to let everyone know that spring is here! —Synopsis provided by G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers
This sweet board book celebrates the changing of seasons from winter to spring. Bright colors and cute characters will catch young readers’ attention.
THE ABCS OF SPRING, by Jill Howarth, Grosset & Dunlap, Feb. 11, 2025, board book, $8.99 (ages 1-3)
Don’t miss this delightful ABC board book that celebrates the season of spring from veteran children’s book creator Jill Howarth.
A is for ants hiking the Alps. B is for bunnies biking to baseball practice. C is for chipmunks camping with caterpillars. —Synopsis provided by Grosset & Dunlap
This charming board book features illustrations that give a nod to classic picture books. Each page features a letter and corresponding illustrations. It’s a book that’s meant to be read/interpreted by an older reader to an infant/toddler.
SPRING BLOOMS, by Dori Elys and Fiona Dulieu, Little Simon, Feb. 18, 2025, board book, $8.99 (ages 2-4)
Welcome springtime and its wonders in this interactive board book with sliding tabs and die-cuts on each spread little hands can interact with.
Rise up high, shining sun.
Let’s chase the gray clouds away.
Springtime magic has arrived!
Can you explore all the ways?
There’s no denying the magic of spring. Days become longer, buds begin to bloom, and critters come out to play! With interactive sliding tabs blooming off the page, little ones can explore spring’s wonders from busy buzzy bees dancing above clover to ducklings splashing in the cool ravine. —Synopsis provided by Little Simon
This interactive board book has a chunky construction that will hold up to lots of use. Cute illustrations will capture and moving elements will hold attention.
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