What is your favorite letter in the book and why?

This is a discussion prompt for Spring ABC by Nosy Crow. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

Can you think of other spring words for some of the letters?

This is a discussion prompt for Spring ABC by Nosy Crow. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

What signs of spring have you seen outside?

This is a discussion prompt for Spring ABC by Nosy Crow. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

Which animal or plant in the book do you like the most?

This is a discussion prompt for Spring ABC by Nosy Crow. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

What sounds do you hear in spring, like the birds mentioned in the book?

This is a discussion prompt for Spring ABC by Nosy Crow. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

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Spring ABC

Name: Spring ABC
ISBN: 9781536237689

by Nosy Crow

This colorful board book introduces babies and toddlers to the alphabet and the joys of spring through seasonal words and vibrant illustrations.

About This Book

Have some springtime fun with this colorful, stylish, and sturdy ABC board book for babies and toddlers. A is for apple blossom, B is for bird, C is for caterpillar, of course! This sturdy board book introduces simple words to get children excited about the start of the spring season. It's the perfect book to introduce first letter sounds to say out loud and letter recognition.

Concepts

Curiosity & Wonder Joy & Gratitude Empathy & Kindness Weather & Seasons Nature & Outdoors Birds

Wonderlit Review

Spring ABC is a delightful and visually appealing board book that leverages the universal appeal of the spring season to introduce early literacy concepts. The book presents a clear, letter-by-letter journey through spring-related vocabulary, from 'A is for apple blossom' to 'C is for caterpillar.' The illustrations are described as colorful and stylish, which is crucial for engaging young children and aiding in word-picture association. While the publisher's age range of 4-11 seems broad for a board book, it can be interpreted as acknowledging the book's utility for both very young children (0-3) who will enjoy the sturdy format and simple images during read-alouds, and slightly older children (4-6, perhaps even 7 for struggling readers) who are actively working on letter recognition and phonics. For the younger end, it's a gentle introduction to the world around them and the alphabet. For the older end, it serves as a fun, seasonal reinforcement of foundational skills. The emotional arc is consistently joyful and curious, aiming to excite children about both learning and nature. Parents will reach for this book when their child is showing interest in letters, when they want to celebrate the arrival of spring, or simply for a cozy, educational read-aloud. There are no sensitive topics, making it a safe and universally appealing choice. Its strength lies in its clear theme, attractive visuals, and robust board book format, making it a durable tool for repeated learning and enjoyment.