We’re nearing the middle of spring and are excited to find the kids’ new favorite books. We love reads that show signs of spring for the changing seasons and for young children, books can be a great way to learn new things. Books that can teach lessons that maybe aren’t so easy for us to explain ourselves are a win in our book. Authors just have a way with words and that same goes with illustrations for a beautiful picture book. Our kids get a large amount of reading in school. For this reason, I like to make sure my children have books to come home to. And ones that they enjoy to read in their free time. Finding your new favorite spring books is something I think young kids can still have fun with.
It’s a new season, which means a new beginning. If you’re looking for the best way to build good habits, it can definitely start with a list of spring books for your littlest readers. A beautiful book can take a long winter and turn it into the wonders of spring. These also make a great last-minute addition to an Easter basket! Here are the best spring books for your kids to add to their bookshelves.
Educational
Firstly, like we said, a children’s book is a great way to teach a life lesson to young readers. The reading level does not matter here. These stories can be told in chapter books, a picture book, graphic novels, fairy tales and really through any kids’ books. Subjects are taught in school, but there are things children learn at home that maybe are better told through a great book for young minds. For example, personal care and racial equality! Or honestly more scientific topics like plant growth, how we get warmer weather, etc.
Furthermore, books have come a long way over the years and I am so impressed with the options. A heartwarming story can have a great moral at the end. Books are great ways to teach kids about subjects that might be more difficult to explain otherwise.
Fun
Secondly, while our children get homework and assigned reading for classic books, I think it’s important to have a great escape for them in their free time from school work and activities. For instance, the joy and relaxation of reading can be learned early on, which is what I’ve always tried to instill in my children. Books are an escape from reality and if that means they need an interactive book or a classic tale, they can choose to read whatever their hearts desire. A sweet book is a wonderful way to relax after a long day of school. My kids are teens now so they choose their own books but they always look forward to the process! The growth and learning that happens each day your kids read is immense!
Increasing Imagination Usage
Finally, allowing our children time to read a wonderful book and use their imaginations after learning education content all day is something I see as essential. It keeps them hopeful and there’s nothing wrong with a great imagination.
One important thing to remember is that we want our children to have big dreams and goals and learn that they can accomplish anything they put their minds to! We are raising the next generation of leaders. A fun spring book even on a rainy day is just such a cozy thing to do. The perfect book exists in many forms and as the seasons change, we are excited to continue adding to our bookshelves. We all need a break from hard work, after all.
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