Botanicum: Welcome to the Museum byKathy Willis, Katie Scott: Step into the virtual museum of botanical wonders, where you'll explore the diversity of plant life through stunning illustrations and fascinating information. Fletcher and the Springtime Blossoms byJulia Rawlinson: Join Fletcher, a curious little fox, as he discovers that spring has arrived and watches as the trees begin to bloom with colorful blossoms. The Flower Alphabet Book byJerry Pallotta, Leslie Evans: Discover the alphabet through a wide variety of flowers, engaging readers with vibrant illustrations and interesting facts about each flower. To make 3D flowers, you’ll need to choose an illustration where the entire flower is present – petals and stems. You can then use the flowers you like – mounted on construction paper, for example, to make a pretty picture. 7. Paper Bouquets

Hold the circle so that the triangle’s tip is face down and glue the flowers into place so that the petals will poke out from the bouquet. Now your child has a beautiful crown of flowers to wear with a beautiful floral dress! 4. Flowerpots Immerse children in the enchanting world of flowers with these story-based children's books. Through engaging narratives and captivating illustrations, these books celebrate the beauty of flowers and explore themes of growth, friendship, and resilience.

You could even take the illustration of your choice, copy/paste it into a word processor document, resize it so that it’s much smaller, and then copy/paste it into a pattern. 5. Flower Crowns Cut out the flower after you’re done filling it in, poke a hole in the top, and loop some string through to hang it with. 2. Yarn Flowers The Story of the Root Children bySibylle von Olfers: Delve into the enchanting world of the root children and their connection to the changing seasons and blooming flowers, featuring detailed illustrations and a gentle storyline. Immerse yourself in the beauty and wonder of flowers with these interactive children's books. From planting and growing to exploring the diverse world of flowers, these books engage young readers through interactive elements and captivating stories. The Secret Garden byFrances Hodgson Burnett: Discover a hidden garden filled with mystery and magic as a young girl named Mary transforms a neglected space into a vibrant sanctuary, teaching the power of nature's healing and renewal.

Reading about flowers can be an enlightening experience for children. Books about flowers can introduce kids to the cycle of life, science, and the joy of gardening in a fun and engaging way. Not only do these books offer young readers a wealth of knowledge about different types of flowers and how they grow, but they also stimulate children's curiosity. By igniting this sense of wonder, these books encourage exploration, foster a love for nature, and, importantly, make learning feel like play. Such an introduction can cultivate a lifelong interest in biology, botany, and environmental stewardship.

You’re going to “color” in the lines with tissue paper, either cut to size or in little pieces, like a mosaic. Planting a Rainbow byLois Ehlert: Lois Ehlert invites young readers to join in the joy of planting and growing a rainbow of flowers. With bold and vibrant illustrations, this book teaches toddlers about colors, nature, and the magic of gardens.

Flower Garden byEve Bunting: Follow a young girl and her father as they create a beautiful flower garden in their urban surroundings, highlighting the joy and magic of gardening. The great thing about Mod Podge is that it seals the tray, so you can use it to convey or hold beverages. 8. 3D Flower Papercrafts Immerse yourself in the beauty of blooming flowers with these illustrative picture books. From exploring the life cycle of a flower to celebrating the wonder of nature, these books captivate readers with stunning illustrations and engaging stories.

The vibrant world of flowers holds infinite possibilities for discovery, learning, and growth. By exploring children's books about flowers, we've journeyed through interactive books that engage the senses, illustrative picture books that capture the eye, introductory guide books for our budding botanists, and story-based books that weave narratives around the delicate beauty of flowers. Each category of books offers unique perspectives and learning opportunities about the world of flowers, catering to different age groups and reading levels. Then, taking a piece of construction paper, carefully draw and cut out a circle that is big enough to enfold all the flowers. Draw a triangle in the circle so that all three points touch the circle. For a cute activity that will work with your kids’ hand/eye coordination, take one of my simpler flower drawings and, using a Sharpie, draw in equally spaced dots along the outline. The Book of Wild Flowers byNeil Fletcher: Discover the beauty of wildflowers with this informative guidebook, featuring stunning illustrations and descriptions of various species found in different habitats.

Fold the circle along the lines and glue the flaps down. You can add a paper cut-out bow or use a real ribbon to complete the bouquet! 6. Wrapping Paper Miss Rumphius byBarbara Cooney: Join Miss Rumphius on her journey to make the world more beautiful, as she plants lupine flowers and inspires others to do the same, accompanied by enchanting illustrations. Then, you’ll print out three flowers – it’s okay if they don’t have stems because you’re going to make some! – color them in and cut them out. Next, you’re going to Mod Podge the cut-outs to the tray, placing them however you like – centered in the middle, for example, or off to one side. You’re going to cut out the tendrils and make a loop with them, securing at the ends that are big enough to fit around your child’s head.

You’ll print out the flowers you want to use, carefully color them in with fine markers or colored pencils, and then cut them out. The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush byTomie dePaola: Tomie dePaola shares a legend of the Native American Plains tribes about a young boy with a special talent for painting. With his signature illustrations, dePaola brings this enchanting tale to life. For the Queen of May or just the Queen of the Day, you can make an adorable crown of flowers using my pictures.