Want to build a lifelong love of nature in your young children? As parents and educators, there’s no better way to cultivate these little green thumbs than by introducing preschoolers to the world of gardening through books.
These 10 gardening books for preschoolers will help children ages 3-6 learn about plants, animals, and the life cycles of nature.
Gardening provides the perfect backdrop for nurturing a child’s imagination. Through these stories, children begin learning about the life cycles of plants, insects and animals and develop a sense of responsibility and connection to the environment.
There are also so many great metaphors about kindness and growing and learning in the pages of these garden books.
Children’s gardening books are a kaleidoscope of colors, introducing little readers to the rainbow hues of flowers, fruits, and vegetables. These books are also a great way to weave in essential concepts like counting, shapes, and basic botany.
As preschoolers immerse themselves in the vibrant illustrations and absorb the rhythmic language, they unknowingly absorb foundational knowledge that will serve them in all future learning.
Blooms of Imagination and Creativity
Gardening is not just about plants; it’s about imagination and creativity taking root.
The stories in our favorite gardening books inspire children to dream of their own fantastical gardens, populated by talking flowers, whimsical insects, and maybe even a mischievous gnome or two.
As your little gardener wanders through these imaginary landscapes, they cultivate creativity and learn to appreciate the beauty of nature and imagination.
Children’s Gardening Books for Preschoolers and Kids:
These books are a great choice on your next trip to your local library, or you can click on the links below to purchase your own book from amazon.
ABCs of Gardening by Dylanna Press
Embark on an alphabetic adventure through the vibrant world of gardening, where every letter unfolds a fascinating concept to captivate and inspire budding gardeners. Starting from the annuals (A) to zucchinis (Z), this is a great book to introduce key gardening topics with a delightful twist, making learning a joyous and engaging experience for young enthusiasts.
Lola Plants a Garden by Anna McQuinn
Follow along with this lovely story as book-loving Lola is inspired to start her own garden after reading a collection of gardening poems with her mommy. They learn more about gardening at the library and choose which seeds to plant in their new garden. After digging and planting, Lola finds ways to stay patient until her garden grows.
How Does a Seed Sprout by Eric Carle
The Hungry Caterpillar helps kids learn about the plant life cycle as they follow along the journey of an oak tree seed.
With the same vibrant illustrations as The Hungry Caterpillar and How Does a Seed Grow, this is one of our favorite picture books and a great addition to any book collection. The book even has a page of embedded seeds so readers can watch their very own flower grow.
Oh the Seeds You Can Sow by Jessica Lisk
In addition to a lesson about growing seeds, this wonderful book also teaches children about kindness, compassion and hope. Seven-year-old Janie Grace uses her gardening knowledge to plant positive seeds throughout her life.
From Seed to Plant by Gail Gibbons
Gail Gibbons, a master of non-fiction, uses clear language and vibrant illustrations to acquaint young readers with the intricacies of pollination, seed formation, and germination. Your little gardener will know the ins and outs of how plants grow after reading this one!
The Little Gardener by Jan Gerardi
Toddlers can learn all the things that go into growing a garden with this fun flapboard book!
The No Dig Children’s Gardening Book by Charles Dowding
This fun book is full of projects for budding gardeners and is a great option for both younger and older children. Learn how to create compost, map out a year-round vegetable garden, and find new ways to appreciate nature and science. These hands-on projects with step-by-step instructions are perfect for kids and parents to do together while building a family garden.
From the Garden: A Counting Book About Growing Food by Michael Dahl
Practice counting to twelve while learning about different vegetables you can grow in a garden!
Plant the Tiny Seed by Christie Matheson
What’s the secret to making a garden thrive? In this delightful companion to the well-loved books “Tap the Magic Tree” and “Touch the Brightest Star,” you’ll witness the enchanting journey of tiny seeds blossoming into stunning flowers. Through actions like tapping, clapping, waving, and more, young readers can actively participate in the unfolding story!
Have any favorite gardening books for preschool-aged children we left off this list? Let us know in the comments!
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