Warmer weather has arrived!
Alarm clocks are turned off, and lazy summer days are here to stay.
Well....here to stay for at least a couple of months.
Whether you plan to spend these delightful days at the beach, by the pool, in a tent or in the comforts of an air conditioned home....make sure to crack open one of these summertime favorites to delight everyone in the family!
The following seven books celebrate all that summer has to offer. There is a book about camping, visiting the beach, swimming, amusement parks and spending quality times with loved ones.
Katie Catz Makes a Splash by Anne Rockwell
Do you have a child that is afraid to swim? Katie Catz was terrified to swim, but she learned how from ultracool Patsy Polarbear just in time to attend Brendan and Belinda Porker's birthday party. Young swimmers can share Katie's fears AND celebrate with her as she completes her first lap across the pool. This is a great book at bout facing fears and taking chances!
On the Way to the Beach by Henry Cole
Little readers will follow a young girl on a summer stroll to the beach. As she walks, she passes through the woods, a marsh and sand dunes. She often pauses to observe and think about the wildlife watching her. A foldout reveals animals, birds, insects and plants in each of the coastal settings---which is great for curious young minds!
Zigby Camps Out by Mr. Brian Patterson
Follow along as Zigby Zebra and his friends decide to campout in the deepest, darkest part of the jungle. When Zigby and his pals get cold, hungry and scared they decide to pack it in, head home and eat dinner. Zigby finishes his campout in the safety of his own backyard. I'm sure Zigby's camping story rings true for many families who have "camped" for the first time.
Blackout by John Rocco
One hot summer night in the city, all of the power goes out. What is a family to do? They can't use the phone, work on the computer, watch tv....or even finish cooking dinner. John Rocco authors this lovely story about the pure joy in being fully present in the moment.
Lucille Camps In by Kathryn Lasky
Poor Lucille is too young to go on the camping trip with her dad and older siblings, and she is NOT happy about it. Lucille's mom tries everything to cheer her up, but nothing seems to work.....until Lucille gets an idea of her own! Lucille and her mom are going to camp in!! A delightful story about how your imagination can take you anywhere!!
Roller Coaster by Marla Frazee
Do you like riding a roller coaster, but hate the wait? If so...check out this book, as it has all of the excitement without the dreaded long line! This book is so fun to read aloud with sounds like clacking and yelling as the text loops and drops!
And Then Comes Summer by Tom Brenner
Are you looking for more great summer book reads? Check out this list from PBS or Reading Rockets!
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