Stories about surfing rhinos, babies wearing shades and magic beaches are some of the summer-themed books for young children. Here are the perfect summer-themed books for children.
Summer-Themed reading books for children
Looking for that perfect children’s book about the beach? There are lots to choose from. From books that capture the essence of a summer day to stories about silly surfing rhinos, the variety of summer-themed books is endless. Here are some of the best beach stories available for kids.
Beach by Elisha Cooper
This story literally paints an exquisite watercolour picture of a summer day at the beach. The book depicts several beach scenarios, from sand inside one’s ears and bathing suits to keeping an eye out for jellyfish. This book, which is best suited for children ages 4-8, captures the feeling of summer.
Available to buy from Amazon in Hardback Edition
Beach Babies Wear Shades by Michelle Sinclair Colman
This adorable board book is part of the best-selling Urban Baby series by Michelle Sinclair Colman. It’s filled with colourful illustrations and simple text about what babies might do at the beach. Beach Babies Wear Shades is a stylish and appealing book, appropriate for children ages 2-4.
Available to buy from Amazon in Board Book Edition
Beach Bugs by David A. Carter
This interactive pop-up book by David A. Carter is another fun version of the popular Bugs series. Kids can lift the flaps, enjoy whimsical pop-up pages and even watch the lightning bugs blink. Best suited for children ages 3-6, but younger tots may enjoy it as well under careful supervision.
Available to buy from Amazon in Hardback Edition
What Lives in a Shell? by Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld
This science-based book by Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld introduces young children to crustaceans and other shelled creatures. Written in simple easy-to-read text, this book for children ages 4-8, takes shell collecting to the next level.
Available to buy from Amazon in Paperback, Hardback and Kindle Edition
Magic Beach by Alison Lester
Magic Beach by Alison Lester, is a book that encourages kids to be imaginative. The book depicts children frolicking in the sea, wading in the tidepools and making sand castles in a magical way. Lester’s creative story about the activities of a summer day is perfect for children ages 4-8.
Available to buy from Amazon in Paperback, Hardback and Kindle Edition
Rhinos Who Surf by Julie Mammano
“Rhinos who surf have no fear of mondo waves” writes Julie Mammano in this surf story about three rhinos who like to get up early and surf all day. Chock-full of surfer lingo, this bright and colourful book is a great introduction to surfing for young children. Best suited for children ages 4-6, adults may enjoy reading it too, especially those who surf.
Available to buy from Amazon in Paperback and Hardback Edition
Whether interested in inspiring the imagination of a child, helping one learn educational facts about shells, or just enjoying the intrinsic feeling that is summer, these summer-themed books are all excellent choices for summer reading.
