There is something pretty cheerful about these brilliant, yellow flowers that look just like the sun. In fact, when the plants are young, they shift direction from east to west over the course of the day to catch every ray of light possible. Not only are they beautiful to view, every single part is edible. Sunflower books for kids are full of amazing information about the meaning, growth cycle, and significance of these plants in the natural ecosystem.
A picture book that is a work of art readers of all ages will appreciate. Sparse verse covers the intriguing details of a plant's life cycle, from the time seeds settle into the soil until a magnificent flower emerges. Oversized pictures detail every step of the process, culminating in a beautiful fold-out spread of an enormous sunflower. Winner of multiple children's literature awards including a Theodor Seuss Geisel honor book.
Sunflower Picture Books for Children
Bring a touch of nature into story time by reading about all the ways a very special flower brings friends and entire communities together. Gracing the earth for more than 8,000 years, this delightful plant was a significant food source, cultivated in many parts of the world well before corn and beans. Today they are grown primarily for their beauty, providing inspiration for artists, home decorators, and fashion designers. The name is no surprise given the strong resemblance to the sun and the way these magnificent blooms turn toward the fiery globe as it moves across the sky. Children's books about sunflowers weave all of these incredible facts throughout stories of friendship, personal growth, history and art.
We Found a Seed
A peppy book introducing the lifecycle of sunflowers perfect for preschoolers. A little girl and boy happen upon a seed and plant it in the soil. They take pride in watering the special spot, and are soon rewarded with a glorious sunflower that sprouts from the ground. They watch it flourish throughout the seasons until it ultimately withers and dies. The sad children soon discover the flower's parting gift- a supply of seeds to plant and start the cycle all over again.
Baby Sunflower Finger Puppet Book
It's no wonder this darling book is part of a bestselling series for babies. A perfect shower gift for families who love to garden, this interactive book features a soft sunflower that pokes its smiley face through every page. Tiny tots are introduced to a variety of plants and critters throughout this sturdy board book.
Sunflower House
A timeless book that captures the essence of a childhood summer when imaginations run wild. Deciding they need a shelter free from parents, some little ones build a private fortress out of large sunflowers. Muted pictures and a wholesome, simple story evoke a sense of innocence associated with playing outdoors in nature.
Lilla's Sunflowers
An inspiring story about the brightness and sunshine a few sunflower seeds can spread to faraway places. This is the tale of a little girl who cherishes special moments spent with her father in their garden. When he has to leave for an extended period of time, Lilla's mood mirrors the mood of the withering garden as the season turns from summer to fall. Many months pass until she receives the best news- her father is returning home. Also, she learns that he spread happiness in some very sad places with the seeds he brought with him. A fitting book for children of military families or other circumstances that lead to temporary separation.
Miguel's Community Garden
Miguel puts his green thumb to good use by working in a community garden. His city neighbors enjoy the slice of nature growing in the middle of the urban landscape. And the little boy knows just what to do for everyone- throw a garden party! The setting is perfect except one thing is missing, sunflowers. Readers will explore the area with Miguel, learning a lot about different types of plants, until he as last finds the finishing touch for his party.
A Sea of Gold
Patricia Polacco's books are best suited for advanced readers who will love the history lessons woven throughout intriguing stories. In this interesting title, Polacco covers the lives of three generations of Ukrainian sunflower farmers whose families have thrived off the land. When war erupts and the family is forced to flee, a young girl tucks some seeds inside the dress of her doll. Their journey takes them many places until they ultimately land in America. Despite enduring tremendous sadness and loss, family finds happiness once the seeds are planted, yielding beautiful sunflowers.
Nonfiction Books About Sunflowers
No garden is complete without the tallest stalks, reaching between 6 and 10 feet, with brilliant yellow petals surrounding a large, brown disk. Kids will be surprised to learn there are upwards of 70 species, and not all of them are orange, red, cream, brown, pink, and other colors as well. They always seem to regrow from the same spot year after year, but not all of them are annuals from the same plant. Perennials actually spring from seeds dropped from the previous flower. These are just a few of the facts kids will learn by reading nonfiction sunflower books. These selections provide valuable information about how to plant the seeds and every step that is required to grow beautiful yellow flowers that become food for grasshoppers, caterpillars, and other insects.
A Sunflower's Life Cycle
Before planting a garden with your little ones, read this nonfiction sunflower book that traces the life cycle from seed to blossom. Budding gardeners will learn everything there is to know about how to prepare the soil, plant the seeds, water the ground, and watch until new life emerges. Amazing pictures and easy-to-follow text work well for the preschool to kindergarten crowd.
A Sunflower Grows
Pair this informative book with a fun story as a fun supplemental lesson about how these flowers blossom. The beautiful photographs bring the garden inside your home. Little ones will learn how tiny brown seeds sprout the most gorgeous yellow petals atop stalks that can reach more than ten feet tall. The book has more than 24 pages of leveled text for reader ages 5 to 6 years old.
From Seed to Sunflower
A simple nonfiction book that teaches toddlers and preschooler the life cycle of a sunflower, from seed to blossom. Part of the Start to Finish book series designed to introduce youngsters to natural resources converted into all of the things we consume and use in every day life. The gorgeous photographs detailing the process will inspire kids to grow their own gardens.
The Sunflowers: Vincent Van Gogh's Search for Beauty
A semi-biographical story based on Van Gogh's lifelong search for happiness and contentment. A man who saw the beauty in everyday objects, he took to painting sunflowers in proliferation. Critics claimed there were far more interesting subjects and often slammed the artist for his focus on this particular flower. He eventually began traveling to faraway places, sharing his artwork and forming new friendships along his journey. The book, filled with watercolor pictures mimicking the artist's style, offers readers a chance to reflect on their own choices and dreams.
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