Wildflower Books for Kids

Learn about the best wildflower books for kids, from kindergarten through upper elementary grades. How do you teach kids about wildflowers? As a former classroom teacher who is now a library media specialist, I think reading books about wildflowers is an excellent way to introduce kids to the wildflowers they may see. Here are some interesting wildflower book titles for toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary kids to enjoy. Read on for some wildflower inspiration as you peruse this list of the best children‘s wildflower books I‘ve found.

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Why I Love Books About Wildflowers

When I taught fourth grade, I taught an instructional unit about wildflowers. We (students and staff) each adopted a wildflower name in my room, and tried to call each other by that name for the month. I was Mrs. Foxglove and my instructional assistant was Miss Tall Bearded Iris. It was so much fun. Using a great reference guide specifically for our area, I learned right along with my students about the common and scientific names of the wildflowers in our area.

Our eyes were opened to the variety of blooms all around us. We just had to be on the lookout for them, and the books we used helped us to identify what we were seeing. However you decide to work a study of wildflowers into your teaching plans, these books listed below will help learners increase knowledge and appreciation of the natural flora where you are located.

Wildflower Books for Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, First and Second Grade Students

Wildflowers Grow (Little Nature Explorers) by Amber Hendricks: Introduce your little one to the wonders of nature with this interactive book, perfect for young explorers eager to learn about the beauty of wildflowers.

Miss Lady Bird’s Wildflowers: How a First Lady Changed America by Kathi Appelt: Explore the remarkable legacy of Lady Bird Johnson and her influential role in preserving America’s wildflowers in this captivating narrative.

Mountain Wildflowers for Young Explorers: An A to Z Guide by Sharon Lamar: Journey through the mountains and discover the diverse array of wildflowers with this engaging guide, perfect for young explorers eager to learn about nature.

A Child’s Book of Wildflowers by M.A. Kelly and Joyce Powzyk: Foster a lifelong appreciation for nature with this charming book, perfect for young readers eager to learn about the beauty and diversity of wildflowers. This book includes information about flower pressing as well.

Wildflower ABC: An Alphabet of Potato Prints by Diana Pomeroy: A charming and creative exploration of wildflowers through the unique medium of potato prints, engaging young readers with an alphabet journey through the natural world with information about each wildflower depicted. As a follow-up activity, you could try making your own potato print art.

Wildflowers: Stained Glass Coloring Book by John Green: Unleash your creativity and unwind as you color intricate illustrations of wildflowers in this beautiful stained glass coloring book.

Wildflower Books for Third, Fourth and Fifth Grade Students

Wildflowers (Ultimate Explorer Field Guide) by Libby Romero: Embark on an adventure through fields of vibrant wildflowers with this comprehensive field guide, packed with stunning photography and essential information for nature enthusiasts.

Wildlife, Wildflowers, and Wild Activities: Exploring Southern Appalachia by Jennifer A. Bauer: Immerse yourself in the rich biodiversity of Southern Appalachia with this guide, offering insights into the region’s wildlife, wildflowers, and outdoor activities.

National Audubon Society First Field Guide: Wildflowers by Susan Hood: An essential companion for beginners, this field guide from the National Audubon Society provides clear and concise descriptions, as well as tips for identifying a variety of wildflowers found across North America. Here are some examples of what you will find within the pages, below. Many color photographs!

Wildflowers (National Geographic: My First Pocket Guides) by Marfe Ferguson Delano: Introduce young minds to the enchanting world of wildflowers with this pocket-sized guide filled with captivating photographs and fascinating facts. The book includes wildflowers from a variety of regions in the U.S. and Canada.

Wildflowers, Blooms, and Blossoms (Take-Along Guide) by Diane L. Burns: Take a stroll through meadows and gardens with this handy take-along guide, perfect for budding botanists eager to identify wildflowers on the go. Safety tips and activities are included as well.

Fairy Dusters and Blazing Stars: Exploring Wildflowers with Children by Suzanne M. Samson: Spark a love for nature in children as you explore the enchanting world of wildflowers together, filled with magical moments and educational insights.

Peterson First Guide to Wildflowers of Northeastern and North-Central North America by Roger Tory Peterson: Identify an array of wildflowers with ease using this user-friendly guide, featuring concise descriptions and detailed illustrations for quick reference.

Learning About Wildflowers (Dover Little Activity Books: Flowers) by Dot Barlowe: Delve into the world of wildflowers with this interactive activity book, offering coloring pages, puzzles, and fun facts for curious minds.

Tree, Wildflower, and Mushroom Spotting by Mary Kay Carson: A comprehensive guide for nature enthusiasts, covering a diverse range of flora including trees, wildflowers, and mushrooms, offering detailed descriptions and identification tips.

Oregon Wildflowers: A Children’s Field Guide to the State’s Most Common Flowers by Beverly Magley: Specifically tailored for young explorers, this field guide introduces children to the beauty of Oregon’s wildflowers, featuring vivid illustrations and easy-to-understand descriptions. (This is the main book I used as a resource with my fourth grade students.) Other states in this series of books about wildflowers include Arizona, California, and North Carolina.

Wildflowers Around the Year by Hope Ryden: Delve into the fascinating world of wildflowers with this guide, which highlights the diversity of blooms throughout the seasons, offering insights into their ecological significance and cultural connections.

Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest by George Oxford Miller: A comprehensive resource for flower enthusiasts in the Pacific Northwest, featuring stunning photographs and detailed information on the region’s diverse array of wildflowers.

Play Wildflower Bingo

Help students learn wildflower names and vocabulary terms by playing wildflower bingo. This free virtual bingo template may be played using Google Slides. Make your own copy, then replace the free images and words with wildflower images and vocabulary, then reuse the template as many times as you like.

It’s fully customizable when you make your own copy and includes a teacher page, too!

Get my free virtual bingo board!

More Resources for Readers

The best way to encourage a love of reading is to provide kids with many opportunities to engage with a wide variety of books that are of interest to them. At Book and Tech Tips I want to make it easy for you to find great books kids will love. Over the years I’ve also discovered some helpful tools for connecting kids and books.

Online digital libraries are one very handy way to do this. Epic! is one of our favorite online libraries. It’s full of over 25,000 books, learning videos, quizzes and more for kids 12 and under…and it’s free for educators. Click here to learn more and sign up.

Another great free digital library is ReadingIQ. It’s also free for educators and has a wide selection of titles.

If you download the free Libby app, you can access many digital audiobooks from your public library. Audiobooks are perfect for car trips!

Looking for a book that is out of print? Try searching Thriftbooks online. There are over 13 million titles available.

Looking for More Book Ideas?

If you enjoyed this list of wildflower books for kids, you might like these book lists as well:

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Have a wonderful week, and enjoy reading haiku books and composing haiku poems!

 

 

Lisa Mitchell is a former classroom teacher, now a school librarian, who likes to use her job as an excuse to stay up far too late reading books and noodling around with tech tools. To learn more about what this website has to offer, click on over to the About page.