Handsprings

Reach for this book when the first signs of spring appear and your child is bursting with restless energy or curiosity about the changing world outside. Handsprings is a joyful collection of twenty-nine poems that capture the messy, exhilarating transition from winter's chill to spring's rebirth. Through whimsical watercolor illustrations and clever wordplay, Douglas Florian explores everything from the return of baseball and the sticky fun of mud to the chores of spring cleaning and the tricks of April Fools' Day. This collection is perfect for children aged 4 to 8, offering a rhythmic and visual feast that celebrates nature's cycles. It validates a child's sense of wonder and provides a vocabulary for the sensory experiences of the season. Parents will appreciate how the book encourages outdoor observation and a sense of gratitude for the natural world, making it an ideal bedtime read or a companion for a sunny afternoon in the park.