The Perfect Picture Books to Read Outdoors
WARNING! These books might have your kids begging to stay outside for hours! Take one along on your next outdoor adventure and find the perfect spot to read together. Each story inspires children to observe and explore the world around them.
The Hike by Alison Farrell
Join three friends as they take a hike together and discover the wonders of nature. Learn along side them as they observe and learn about the world they see. Their journey might even inspire you to grab a sketchbook for your next hike and draw or write about your own discoveries!
How to Draw a Tree by David LaRochelle and Illustrated by Colleen Muske
A cleverly written picture book that invites children to explore a tree using all their senses, helping them learn how to observe closely and draw what they see. This book also helps strengthen vocabulary as children learn new ways to describe the world around them.
Outside in by Deborah Underwood and Illustrated by Cindy Derby
Children will explore how the natural world has changed over time while discovering that nature is still all around us, even in evolving landscapes. This book encourages conversations about what nature is and the many living and nonliving things that make up the natural world.
The World Needs the Wonder You See by Joanna Gaines and Illustratd by Julianna Swaney
This book encourages children to slow down and notice the world around them, while sparking their imagination. It shows that there is beauty in even the smallest details and reminds us that we do not have to go far to experience the wonders of nature.
Bird Watch by Christie Matheson
A wonderful book for discovering different bird species and building observation skills. After reading, children will be eager to grab their binoculars and head out on their own birdwatching adventure!
