Picture books about summer vacation
Summer vacations are the most awaited time of the year for every student in their life. Summer vacations bring a lot of chances to get involved in many things that we have been hoping to do.
Summer vacation is a time for relaxation and fun, but it can also be a time for reflection.
We all know how important it is to spend time with loved ones, get outside, and enjoy the sun. But sometimes we forget to take a look at ourselves and think about what we want our summer vacations to look like.
Picture books about summer vacation
Magic Beach by Alison Lester
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Visit a perfect beach where you can swim, surf, splash through the waves, build sandcastles, beachcomb, explore rock-pools, muck about in boats, fish from the jetty, and build a bonfire under the stars. Visit Magic Beach, where adventure begins!
Flotsam by David Wiesner
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A young beachcomber finds a camera washed up on the beach and the photos it contains are astonishing, as is the story contained in this fabulous wordless book.
Uh-Oh! by Shutta Crum
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A beautiful summer story for the littlest readers – What does a toddler say when she drops her sunglasses in the sand? “Uh-Oh!” What does she say when a seagull lands on her sandcastle? “Uh-Oh!” But what is the biggest Uh-Oh of all!
Perfect by Danny Parker
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On a perfect day, the hours stretch endlessly ahead. Scribbling with chalk, running with kites, digging for shells, paddling, climbing, dreaming. Hour unfolds upon hour, on the perfect summer’s day.
The Singing Mermaid by Julia Donaldson
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The singing mermaid is tricked by the greedy circus owner into joining the circus and soon dreams of returning to the sea. How will she escape and how will she make it back to her beloved silver sands?
Who Sank the Boat? by Pamela Allen
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This is the delightful story of five animal friends who one warm, sunny day decide to go for a row on the bay. Do you know who sank the boat?
The Truth About My Unbelievable Summer by Davide Cali
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What starts out as a day at the beach turns into a globe-spanning treasure hunt with high-flying hijinks, exotic detours, an outrageous cast of characters, and one very mischievous bird!
Barnacle is Bored by Jonathan Fenske
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Barnacle is stuck on the underside of a pier, wishing he had something to do. Every day is exactly the same. The tide comes in and Barnacle gets wet. The tide goes out and Barnacle dries off. Boring! Barnacle wants something EXCITING to happen. Then one day Barnacle learns that exciting is not always better!
Scaredy Squirrel At the Beach by Melanie Watts
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Even though the sun is shining and it’s time for a vacation, Scaredy Squirrel does not want to go to the beach – that vast, frightening place where a squirrel could get stranded (Not to mention the other hazards such as sea monsters, falling coconuts, pirates and lobsters). How will Scaredy enjoy a beach vacation without a visit to the beach?
Swim, Little Wombat, Swim by Charles Fuge
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One day, out in the forest, Little Wombat encounters Platypus and is instantly drawn to the curious critter’s squeaky voice, unusual face, and waddling way of walking. It turns out that Platypus is also an excellent swimmer and teacher but can Wombat actually learn to swim?
A Camping Spree With Mr Magee by Chris Van Dusen
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Mr. Magee and his trusty dog, Dee, are enjoying a peaceful camping trip when all of a sudden they find themselves plunging down a mountain and teetering on the edge of a huge waterfall! How will they find their way out of this slippery situation?!
The Deep by Tim Winton
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Alice is not afraid of many things but she is afraid of swimming in the deep ocean water with her family. Will she find a way to overcome her fear?
Harry By the Sea by Gene Zion
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Harry and the family have gone to the beach but it’s too sunny and he’s one hot dog! There’s nowhere else for him to get some shade than under a pile of seaweed! The only problem is that now everyone thinks he’s a sea monster and he can’t find his family.
The Watermelon Seed by Greg Pizzoli
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One very funny crocodile has a big fear- swallowing a watermelon seed. What will he do when his greatest fear is realised? Will vines sprout out his ears? Will his skin turn pink?