Spring Into Reading!
Spring Into Reading!
As the days grow longer and the blossom begins to appear on our playground trees, there is no better time to refresh your child’s reading list. Spring is a season of growth and curiosity, and our top picks for this month reflect exactly that.
Here are four recommended reads to help children across the school celebrate the new season:
The Seedlings (Lower School)
The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle (Fiction) A classic for a reason! This beautifully illustrated story follows the journey of a seed as it travels across the world, eventually blooming into a giant flower. It’s a wonderful way to introduce children to the life cycle of plants and the power of perseverance.
National Geographic Kids: Look and Learn: Birds by Catherine D. Hughes (Non-Fiction)
With the birds returning to our gardens, this book is perfect for little explorers. It uses vibrant photography and simple facts to help children identify common feathered friends and understand how they build their nests in springtime.
Flourishing Readers (Upper School)
The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett (Fiction)
This timeless tale of Mary Lennox and her discovery of a hidden, overgrown garden in Yorkshire is the ultimate spring read. It perfectly captures the magic of nature "waking up" and explores themes of friendship and emotional healing.
The Variety of Life by Nicola Davies (Non-Fiction)
This stunningly illustrated book celebrates the incredible biodiversity of our planet. From the smallest microbes to the largest mammals, it’s an inspiring read for any child interested in biology and the interconnectedness of the natural world as it flourishes in the sun.
Top Tip: Why not try "Pavement Reading"? Take a book outside to the local park or even just the back garden. A bit of fresh air can make a familiar story feel brand new!
Happy reading!