Summer Picture Books

Today is one of the first real warm, humid days we've had this summer to it feels like the perfect time to share some of my favorite picture books for this time of year:

The Watermelon Seed by Greg Pizzoli - The "dangers" of swallowing those pesky watermelon seeds
Flotsam by David Wiesner - A wordless, beautifully illustrated undersea adventure
A Couple of Boys Have the Best Week Ever by Marla Frazee - Two reluctant boys end up having a great week at grandma's house
All the World by Liz Garton Scanlon - A celebration of family & togetherness
It's a Firefly Night by Diane Ochiltree - Perfect for summer evenings when the lightning bugs appear
Camp Rex by Molly Idle - Camping with a T-Rex? What could go wrong??
Water in the Park by Emily Jenkins - A summer day in the life of a city park
Toys in Space by Mini Grey - Ever wonder what happens to the toys you leave outside over night?
Boom! Boom! Boom! by Jamie Swenson - A perfect story for kids who are afraid of thunderstorms

Check for these titles at your local library or bookstore - enjoy!