As the weather warms up, fill your shelves with summer books for toddlers. Introduce your little ones to summer with this amazing collection of board books!
Board books are so much fun for little ones. Babies and toddlers can handle them on their own. They can turn the pages without tearing them. The pictures are engaging. Text draws them in.
Foster a love of reading with an ever-growing collection of board books for toddlers.
Summer Books for Toddlers
Summer is the perfect time to slow down, soak up the sunshine, and share some sweet stories with your little one.
Whether you’re cuddled up at home or packing books for a beach day, this list has something fun for every toddler. These cheerful reads are full of bright pictures, silly characters, and simple stories little ones love. Ready to find your next favorite? Let’s dive into these sunny summer picks!
Summer In The Forest
This sturdy board book is full of fun surprises! Little hands will love lifting the flaps and watching the forest animals pop up. It's a sweet way to explore summer in the woods with your toddler.
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Is it Warm Enough for Ice Cream?
This interactive board book invites little ones to explore the ocean by lifting flaps to discover sea creatures. With colorful illustrations and simple text, it's perfect for engaging toddlers during storytime. The sturdy design ensures it can withstand enthusiastic hands eager to learn about life under the sea.
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Baby Loves Summer!
This sunny board book is perfect for little hands to explore. Each page has flaps to lift, revealing fun summer surprises like beach toys and picnic treats. It's a playful way to talk about warm-weather adventures with your toddler.
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Curious George Curious About Summer
This sturdy board book follows a curious little monkey as he enjoys summer fun like beach trips, picnics, and carnival games. The colorful tabs make it easy for toddlers to turn the pages and explore each sunny adventure. It's a cheerful way to talk about summer activities with your little one.
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Where Is Baby’s Beach Ball?
This book takes your toddler on a fun trip to the beach. With simple words and cheerful pictures, it shows all the things you can see and do by the sea. It's a great way to talk about summer fun together.
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Jane Foster’s Summertime
This board book is filled with bright, simple pictures that show all the fun things we see in summer—like ice cream, bicycles, and sandcastles. The sturdy pages are just right for little hands to turn. It's a cheerful way to talk about sunny days with your toddler.
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Mouse’s First Summer
This sweet story follows two little mice as they enjoy a sunny picnic in the park. They roll down grassy hills, fly kites, and eat juicy watermelon. It's a gentle way to talk about summer fun with your toddler.
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Llama Llama Sand and Sun
This touch-and-feel board book follows Llama Llama on his first trip to the beach. Little ones can explore different textures as Llama Llama builds a sandcastle, splashes in the waves, and discovers a crab by the shore. It's a fun way to talk about beach adventures with your toddler.
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Mama, Is It Summer Yet?
This gentle story follows a little boy who keeps asking his mama, “Is it summer yet?” As they wait, they notice signs of the seasons changing—like birds singing and flowers blooming. It's a cozy way to talk about patience and the beauty of nature with your toddler.
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Summer (Seasons)
This board book shows little ones enjoying summer fun both indoors and outside. They play in the sunshine, splash in water, and explore nature. It's a gentle way to talk about the joys of the season with your toddler.
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Good Night Summer
This bedtime story takes toddlers on a gentle journey through summer activities. From playing at the beach to watching fireflies, it helps little ones wind down while remembering the fun of sunny days. It's a cozy way to end a summer evening together.
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Summer
This wordless board book is filled with beautiful pictures showing children enjoying summer. They catch tadpoles, play at the beach, eat ice cream, and have picnics outside. It's a lovely way to talk about the season and spark your toddler's imagination.
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Uh-Oh!
This playful board book follows a toddler’s beach day filled with little surprises. Each time something unexpected happens—like dropping sunglasses or spotting a crab—the toddler says, “Uh-oh!” It’s a fun way for your child to join in and giggle along.
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Alphaprints Fun in the Sun!
This touch-and-feel board book is full of fun textures for little fingers to explore. It features cheerful animals enjoying sunny adventures like building sandcastles and playing in the waves. The bright colors and bumpy textures make it extra fun for toddlers to touch and look at.
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Summertime Rainbow
This bilingual board book takes toddlers on a colorful summer adventure. As bunnies hop through the meadow, they spot blue skies, white clouds, and green grass. The simple text in English and Mandarin Chinese makes it a sweet way to explore colors and language together.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Summer Books for Toddlers
How do I pick the right summer book for my toddler? Look for books with bright pictures, simple words, and fun themes like the beach, sunshine, or animals. If your toddler loves lifting flaps or touching textures, board books with those features are a great choice!
Can we read summer books even if we’re not going on vacation? Absolutely! Summer books are perfect for bringing sunshine indoors, even if you’re just hanging out at home. They’re a fun way to explore new places and ideas through stories.
How many books should I pack for a summer trip? It depends on how long you’re going, but even just 2–3 favorites can go a long way. Choose ones that are small, sturdy, and easy to read again and again—because toddlers love repeats!
Summer is such a special time to slow down, snuggle up, and share sweet stories with your toddler. Whether you’re headed to the beach, playing in the backyard, or relaxing at home, these books can bring a little sunshine to your day. Reading together helps build your child’s love for stories—and it’s a lovely way to make memories, too. I hope this list gave you some new favorites to enjoy all season long. Happy reading, and happy summer!
Tara is the brains behind Homeschool Preschool, where her journey from preschool and public school teacher to homeschooling mom of three fuels her passion for early childhood education. With a blend of expertise and firsthand experience, Tara’s writings offer practical tips and engaging resources to support families in creating meaningful learning adventures at home.
