10+ Books About Sunflowers for Preschool and Kindergarten
Young children love learning about flowers, and books about sunflowers are perfect for preschool and kindergarten learners. These sunny stories pair beautifully with hands-on sunflower preschool activities like planting seeds, painting petals, or observing growth.
Whether you’re starting a sunflower unit, filling a seasonal book basket, or just following your child’s curiosity, these books bring sunshine to your day. I’ve gathered a mix of fiction and nonfiction favorites that are perfect for little learners at home or in the classroom. They’re simple, engaging, and full of learning potential.
Bonus: Don’t forget to grab your free sunflower reading tracker to help your kids celebrate each book they read!
Nonfiction Books About Sunflowers and Their Life Cycle
Learning how a sunflower grows from seed to bloom is a preschool science favorite. These nonfiction books about sunflowers help young children connect what they see outside with what they read in a book. They feature real photos, simple diagrams, and just-right text for preschool and kindergarten learners.
I love using these during circle time or before planting sunflower seeds together. They also pair well with our sunflower observation journal or any hands-on sunflower preschool activities.
Storybooks About Sunflowers
These fiction titles feature sunflowers in fun and imaginative ways—perfect for circle time, quiet time, or cozy read-alouds. Whether your child dreams of planting a sunflower house or watching one bloom overnight, these stories inspire curiosity and spark creative thinking. They also build early literacy skills through rhythm, repetition, and beautiful language.
Pair these books with a simple sunflower craft or a nature walk to bring the stories to life.
Interactive Books About Sunflowers
These interactive books about sunflowers are perfect for toddlers and wiggly preschoolers who need something tactile to keep their hands and minds engaged. With lift-the-flap surprises, textured pages, or fold-out illustrations, these books make learning about sunflowers fun and memorable.
They’re a great addition to quiet play, morning baskets, or calming transitions—especially for kids who learn best through movement and touch.
Simple Board Books About Sunflowers for Toddlers
These bright, sturdy board books are a sweet way to introduce sunflower themes to your youngest readers. With simple words and bold illustrations, they’re perfect for babies, toddlers, or preschoolers who still enjoy the durability and repetition of board books.
Tuck one into your diaper bag, morning basket, or naptime routine.
How to Use These Sunflower Books
There are so many easy, playful ways to bring these sunflower books to life with your preschoolers.
Add them to a themed book basket for the week, especially during summer or a garden unit. Pair your reading time with sunflower crafts, life cycle printables, or simple planting activities to reinforce learning across subjects.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their favorite part, retell the story in their own words, or act it out with props. These activities build comprehension, vocabulary, and creativity—all while maintaining a fun and low-pressure environment.
Looking for printables to go along with your reading? Be sure to grab the free sunflower reading tracker below!
Grab Your Free Sunflower Reading Tracker
Keep track of the books about sunflowers your child reads with this simple, printable reading tracker.
It’s a fun and easy way to sneak in both literacy and fine motor practice—just color in a sunflower petal for each book you finish together! Perfect for homeschool families, preschool classrooms, or summer reading goals.
You can print it as many times as you like or tuck it into your garden-themed unit for ongoing learning.
Whether you’re teaching about plants or simply enjoying a sunny story, these books about sunflowers offer rich learning opportunities for curious little minds.
Come back each season to read them again and watch your child’s understanding grow, just like a sunflower!
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.
