April showers bring May flowers… and soon enough, summer sunshine! With school breaks and beach trips just around the corner, now’s the time to stock up on childrens books that’ll keep kids laughing, learning, and adventuring all season long.
From holiday-themed mischief to sunny escapades, here are 6 kids books to add to your summer reading list for your little ones.
This is one of the childrens books that is set during the holidays, but the themes of family bonding and laughter make it a great summer read, perfect for bedtime or rainy days.
This charming story follows 7-year-old Jimmy, who tries to help his mom by taking down the Christmas tree but accidentally causes a funny disaster! Broken ornaments and giggles fill the pages as Jimmy learns that mistakes can lead to heart-warming family moments.
Grandpa Jim shares his own childhood story, teaching kids about love, and traditions, and talking things through.
Lola starts building a sandcastle at the beach, and soon new friends join in, a boy with a bucket, a girl with seashells, and even a dog. Together, they create a masterpiece, but when a wave crashes it, they learn teamwork makes rebuilding even more fun.
This is one of the best kids books that install the significance of team working in kids. The bright, cheerful pictures and simple story show how working together turns challenges into joy. It’s a sweet way to teach sharing and friendship during summer playdates or beach trips.
Jabari is excited to jump off the diving board… but when it’s his turn, he feels nervous. With gentle encouragement from his dad, Jabari takes a deep breath and braves the jump.
This story’s warm illustrations and relatable moments like overcoming fear make it a hit for kids facing new experiences, like swim lessons or camp. This book will help you teach parents how a gentle nudge for hesitant kiddos trying to do something new can help.
Dragons LOVE tacos… but if they eat spicy salsa, watch out for fire-breathing chaos. This silly story follows a boy hosting a taco party for dragons that leads to laugh-out-loud messes. The playful rhymes and quirky pictures make it a go-to for read-aloud fun. This is one of the kids books that has a weird story but it is so impactful, that your kids get to learn and laugh.
Rainbow Fish has shiny scales everyone admires, but he learns that sharing them brings true friendship. The glittering illustrations captivate young readers, while the story teaches kindness and generosity, perfect for summer playdates.
Jack and Annie whisk back to ancient Pompeii in their magic tree house. They wander and explore the Roman town, meet locals, and race to escape before Mount Vesuvius erupts. Fast-paced and educational, this epitome of kids books mixes history with adventure, keeping kids hooked.
Books like Jimmy’s Merry Mischief and The Sandcastle That Lola Built highlight teamwork and family bonds which is great for post-picnic story time.
Stories like Jabari Jumps help kids face fears (like swimming), while Dragons Love Tacos adds humour to seasonal activities.
Magic Tree House and The Rainbow Fish mix adventure with lessons about history and kindness.
From sandy castles to holiday mischief, these childrens books turn summer into a season of imagination. Whether you’re prepping for vacation or staying cool indoors, stories like Jimmy’s Merry Mischief and Jabari Jumps will make this summer unforgettable.
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