We’ve put together a list of more than thirty of the most beautiful children’s picture books about nature. Their responses blew us away! There are hard climbs to beautiful vistas, tiny details to notice along the way, pit stops to enjoy some trail mix, and the suggestion that this single-day hike is part of a much bigger journey. The words become something Brooke can carry with her after she leaves her grandmother's house, and forever after that. Peek inside the garden shed to see tools hanging up, watch bulbs sprouting into bloom, and open up a flower to see the stamen, pistil, and ovule inside. Age: 3+ £14.99. Holcomb. by Peter Wohlleben ($13.99, Amazon). See more ideas about Childrens books, Books, Picture book. Kids love forts, and this book has the ultimate nature hideout. Kids can marvel at the world through the experience of a stone. Take a worm's-eye view of a vegetable garden. You’ll definitely want to add some of these beauties to your class library. Photo credit: Cavan Images, Cavan Collection/Getty Images ... the two manage to work out a compromise. —Seattle Lady. These must-read children's books by Indigenous authors exquisitely explore history, nature, language and wisdom. Elizabeth Mulvahill is a teacher, writer and mom who loves learning new things, hearing people's stories and traveling the globe. The year came into being in the midst of bushfires, drought, flooding, and days in New York City where people found themselves walking around in tank tops despite it being January. On Wings of Words: The Extraordinary Life of Emily Dickinson by Jennifer Berne and illustrated by Becca Stadtlander ($18.99 from Amazon). On Wings of Words: The Extraordinary Life of Emily Dickinson. Can You Hear the Trees Talking? Some Snow Is... by Ellen Yeomans and illustrated by Andrea Offermann ($16.99, Amazon). For the many parents who experience climate angst, or climate grief, books are a useful tool for teaching their kids about the importance of nature — those who want to preserve "untrammeled" wilderness know the paradox that people have to visit wilderness to connect with and appreciate it. This simple tale captures the peaceful solitude of the beautiful natural setting as the two create a precious memory together.—Dorothy W. This is the kind of book you can read over and over and see something new every time. This ones good for lovers of nonfiction as well, because it's full of terms and wildlife identification. Curious kids will eat this one up, because it's full of facts! October 12, 2016 by Sandi Schwartz 11 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Ezra Jack Keats was known for his striking mixed media collages and for his stories and was awarded the Caldecott Medal for illustration in 1963 for The Snowy Day.During his early career illustrating books for different children's picture book authors, Keats was dismayed that an African-American child was never the main character. Neighbors come together to marvel at the first few flakes of a snowfall and soon have adventures in the deepening snow. —Jamie E. Children will take a wild ride through a litterbug’s beautiful dreams and eventually to the realization that our environment is ours to take care of. The Hike by Alison Farrell ($17.99, Amazon). The Light in the Lake by Sarah R. Baughman ($12.87, Amazon). Books can introduce new species, places, words and concepts, and it's a great way to spend time together as a family. 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