Title: When Spring Comes

Perfect Picture Book Friday – When Spring Comes

Author: Kevin Henkes

Illustrator: Laura Dronzek

Published: February 9, 2016 by Greenwillow Books, Fiction

Suitable For Ages: Pre-school – 8 years

Themes/Topics:  Science, nature & how it works

Opening:                                  Before Spring comes,

the trees look like 

black sticks against the sky.

But if you wait,

Spring will bring

leaves and blossoms.

Brief Synopsis: A celebration of Spring’s awakenings and its characteristic weather patterns as well as the animals who are anxiously awaiting its arrival. Magical, “A read aloud dream” by the award-winning husband and wife team. The play on language and the gorgeous illustrations will keep you turning the pages.

Why I Like This Book: Bottom line – I just love this incredible duo, and  I read all their books! Besides, waiting for Spring is hard, especially if you live in the North East – ugh! The transformation from Winter to Spring is much anticipated by all, and this team creates a fantastic visual representation of Spring in all its splendor.  Five stars for sure!

Extensions for the book: 

The Science of Spring

36 Spring Crafts

• “T” Chart to complete with BEFORE & AFTER
• Cause & Effect graphic organizer
• Sequencing events
• Sentence types & structures
• A bouquet collection of Spring words
• High-Frequency egg word search
• Plurals – Please!

It Must Be Friday! ♥

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