Kids’ books to read this summer are the ideal way to welcome longer days and nicer temperatures. Summer books are the key to making your child feel fresh during break. You may prepare your children for an amazing school year by having them read throughout their vacation with different kinds of books. So, why not celebrate this season of sunshine and adventures with some children’s summer book reading list as the weather warms and the summer holidays draw near?
The Significance of Summer Reading for Children
If children do not practise reading and learning during the summer, they can lose their proficiency and ability. With each passing year, their skills may decline, which can have a negative effect on them and their daily lives. It is widely observed that families in which guardians encourage summer reading and literacy-related activities see confident and developed children.
Summer Reading for Preschoolers and Kindergarten Students
To begin with, these picture books to read this summer are great for small children and toddlers who are just beginning to adore reading!
- Hattie Harmony, Worry Detective by Elizabeth Olsen and Robbie Arnett, Illustrated by Marissa Valdez
- The Surprise by Zadie Smith and Nick Laird, Illustrated by Magenta Fox
- The World Belonged to Us by Jacqueline Woodson, Illustrated by Leo Espinosa
- Double Puppy Trouble by Danica McKellar, Illustrated by Josée Masse
- Miss Quinces by Kat Fajardo
- Spider-man’s Social Dilemma by Preeti Chhibber
- Valentina Salazar is Not a Monster Hunter by Zoraida Córdova
The children of Wildwood Elementary are a little nervous about all the new experiences they might have on the first day of school in this endearing picture book by WandaVision actor Elizabeth Olsen and her musician husband, Robbie Arnett. However, they are fortunate that Hattie Harmony, the clever Worry Detective, is investigating. “Worry, worry, go away! You don’t have any time today!” is chanted. Before addressing her personal issues, Hattie assists her classmates who suffer from anxiety in overcoming common concerns, such as a fear of speaking in class. Worry Investigator by Hattie Harmony is a great complement to any young child’s summertime activities, with its charming pictures of the spectacled cat investigator and helpful tips for calming down when anxiety gets the better of you.
When the other pets in her new owner’s house don’t seem to get along with the judo-playing guinea pig, what’s a piglet to do? Married novelists Zadie Smith and Nick Laird ask that question in their charming children’s book debut, perfect for little oddballs everywhere. Children will adore Magenta Fox’s gorgeous pictures as they read about Maud, a guinea pig who tries to fit in but discovers that being true to herself may be the most amazing thing of all after a fortuitous encounter with a nice neighbour.
The book “The World Belonged to Us” has drawings that look like old Sesame Street. It’s a great holiday story for kids of Generation X and Millennial parents. These parents spent their summers in the city. The children in this book’s Brooklyn neighbourhood play fun outdoor games. They play double-dutch, stickball, kick the can, and chase the ice cream truck. This book will remind you and your child of the simple joys of playing outside on a warm day. It doesn’t matter if you grew up in a city or wish you had.
In this endearing and sage story on the dangers of having too much, the mathematician and former Wonder Years star presents us with Moxie Jo, a girl who is obsessed with puppies. However, when her magic doubling stick breaks and pups start to appear everywhere, things spiral out of control. McKellar’s clever teaching of how numbers double as puppies multiply all over the page may fool your child into picking up some basic maths skills while they laugh at this tale of canines gone crazy.
Miss Quinces is meant for readers ages 8 to 12, but my six-year-old stole my copy and has been enjoying a peaceful nighttime read. It’s understandable why. Suyapa loves manga comics and dark clothing, so a formal quinceanera for her 15th birthday is the last thing she wants. Before their trip back to Honduras to visit her sick abuela, she believed her mother had given her the go-ahead.
The reluctant girl goes along for her loving abuelita at first but soon finds a way to please her family and herself. She is forced to participate in rigorous dancing rehearsals and go shoe shopping for precarious high heels. This comic tale, which is heartwarming and touching, demonstrates the delight of upholding family customs while remaining authentically you.
If your child likes watching Marvel movies, the book “Spider-Man’s Social Dilemma” by Preeti Chhibber could get them reading. The story follows Spider-Man as he balances being a superhero and finishing his homework. After just starting his job, Spider-Man is trying to use Twitter and develop feelings for his neighbour MJ. On top of that, he has to deal with the villain Sandman, who just got out of jail. In this engaging first book, Chhibber combines MJ’s determination and Peter Parker’s wit. The book is the first in a planned trilogy.
Your young reader may like Zoraida Córdova’s latest middle-grade novel Valentina Salazar is Not a Monster Hunter. This is if they enjoyed her previous work, The Inheritance of Orquídea Divina. In the new book, Valentina’s mother tries to leave the family’s monster-protection business after a tragedy. But Valentina can’t stop defending magical creatures – especially when a rare, valuable egg appears. Young fantasy fans will love Córdova’s exciting story. It follows the epic adventures of Valentina and her brothers.
Parents, educators, and librarians who want to instil in young children a love of reading and a desire for adventure are encouraged to check out our summer reading list. Our selection of suggested children’s summer book reading lists will help you get ready to dip your toes in and discover the sights, sounds, and fragrances of summer. Our above-provided list has every level of reading, so why not bookmark them now? You can connect with us at Kangaroo Kids International Preschool to learn more about how to engage your children during summertime.
