In the Waldorf kindergarten, there are no books, it's all spoken word, shared heart to heart, with storytelling and puppetry. At home, the act of snuggling up with our child to read a story can be a very sweet and comforting ritual. I have fond memories of my mom reading to me, as well as warm memories of reading to my own children. I bet you do too.
Stories, especially stories about daily life, are a cherished part of family life.
As we settle into vibrant, lush, greenness of Spring, taking a moment during the day to settle in with a warm cup of tea and a good story can be just the refreshment needed ~ a peaceful in-breath amid the busyness of the day.
It’s always hard to choose just a few favorites as there are so many wonderful books to choose from, and each family has its own special favorites. All of these books have beautiful illustrations. Here are a few of our family favorites to cosy up and read aloud in the Spring:
Dibble and Dabble by Dave and Julie Saunders
Dibble and Dabble mistake a cat's tail for a furry snake and set out to warn their friends. With playful language and suspense, we join their quest.
Miss Rumphius by Barbara Cooney
A timeless favorite, this book offers inspiration, life wisdom and guidance from grandfather to granddaughter in the simplest yet most profound and timeless way.
Pelle's New Suit by Else Beskow
The Story of the Root Children by Sibylle von Olfers
A beautiful picture, through story, of the rhythm of the year, with sweet illustrations and a dreamlike mood, it brings the rhythm of nature to life through the lens of Mother Nature's Root children. A sweet celebration for young children.
Spring by Gerda Muller
A simple, lovely board book, with rich, detailed illustrations, depicting the springtime activities of daily life for children, with baby animals, blossoms and play. It has no text.
Make way for Ducklings by Robert McCloskey
"Mrs. Mallard was sure that the pond in the Boston Public Gardens would be a perfect place for her and her eight ducklings to live. But when the busy streets of Boston become too risky for her and her family to navigate, the local police step in to make sure Mrs. Mallard and her ducklings—Jack, Kack, Lack, Mack, Nack, Ouack, Pack, and Quack—make it to their new home safely. A beautiful portrayal of one duck family’s devotion and perseverance, this picture book is a wonderful representation of how families overcome hard times together and a compassionate reminder to trust in the goodness of humanity." ~ from Barnes & Noble
What are your favorite books to read in the Springtime?
Leave your favorite titles in the comments below. 👇
Oh yes, a lot of these are our favorites as well! I don't know what I'll do when I don't have a little one to recite them almost from memory anymore! For now, I will savor it!
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