Summer books can be great any time of the year! Are you in search of some great summer-themed books? Try these 6 picture books that will sizzle your read-aloud time!
If you are teaching year-round or teaching summer school, you can use these great books during the summer. If you are on summer break, send this list to your students. They will love hearing from their teacher and family members will love the book recommendations!
Also, be sure to grab a fun “Free” Summer Reading Bingo Game that will be perfect to play as your students listen to or read these great summer-themed books!
Sensational Summer Books
Book 1
Summer Color! by Diana Murray is a fun read that follows two rambunctious children as they have a backyard adventure! As they explore, they are amazed by the beautiful colors of nature. One of the best books to read this summer.
Book 2
Biscuit’s First Beach Day by Alyssa Satin Capucilli has everyone’s favorite yellow puppy! Children will love hearing about Biscuit’s first trip to the beach. Young readers can also read this one on their own, making it one of the best summer books.
Book 3
Cannonball by Sacha Cotter is a book about overcoming fear. Students will be able to relate to the boy as he tries to pull off the perfect cannonball. This beautifully diverse book will definitely be a favorite among your kids’ summer books.
Book 4
Shark Lady by Jess Keating is the true story of how Eugenie Clark became the ocean’s most fearless scientist. This wonderful science picture book is a must-have for anyone interested in marine biology. Plus, it is pretty great that it is about a woman scientist!
Book 5
Inky the Octopus by Erin Guendelsberger is based on a true story. Students will follow Inky the Octopus as he escapes from his tank at the National Aquarium of New Zealand to the open ocean! This adorable book also teaches kids about marine biology, aquariums, and aquatic animals.
Book 6
My Magical Choices by Becky Cummings is a great social-emotional learning book. This beautifully illustrated book with fun rhymes helps teach children to be positive. Students will learn how to take positive actions toward a goal.
Conclusion
These sensational summer-themed picture books are sure to add some sizzle to your elementary read-aloud time.
Be sure to give your students their Free Summer Reading Bingo! They can use it with these read-alouds or with books from home or ones from the library!