Do you know springtime in Tokyo is cherry blossom season? Or that on the longest day of summer in Stockholm the sun stays up for 18 hours? Seasons divide the year and bring about changes in the world around us. Different seasons bring warm or cool weather; snow or extreme heat; wet, windy weeks or dry, dusty days; and even big weather events like super storms and twisting tornadoes. Throughout history people have welcomed new seasons with important rituals. Plenty of these traditions continue today, as the change in weather brings different occasions to celebrate and activities to enjoy all year round in many of the world's cities. Discover what different seasons look like in cities all around the world.

Explore the beauty of the changing seasons in this timeless peek-through book with beautiful artwork from Britta Teckentrup and accompanying rhyming text. Following the life-cycle of a tree through spring, summer, autumn and winter, children will easily learn to recognise the signs of the seasons with this simple yet striking picture book.

Following a snow-filled winter, a young boy and his dog decide that they've had enough of all that brown and resolve to plant a garden. They dig, they plant, they play, they wait . . . and wait . . . until at last, the brown becomes a more hopeful shade of brown, a sign that spring may finally be on its way. Julie Fogliano's tender story of anticipation is brought to life by the distinctive illustrations Erin E. Stead, recipient of the 2011 Caldecott Medal. "And Then It's Spring "is one "The Washington Post"'s Best Kids Books of 2012.One of "Kirkus Reviews' "Best Children's Books of 2012

Baby discovers there's a lot to love about springtime in this new board book from Karen Katz
"It's springtime and Baby is taking a walk. What does Baby see?"
"Who is tweeting in the tree?"
"Look It's baby robins
"Little ones will love lifting the large, sturdy flaps in this book to reveal baby robins, beautiful butterflies, and everything else that Baby loves about spring The sturdy format and easy-to-lift flaps are perfect for parents and children to share. This new gem from Karen Katz is sure to be a springtime favorite for young readers

Penguin is tired of the snow and cold-so he decides to visit the beach But when his favorite activities like skiing and skating don't work so well on sand, can a new friend help Penguin learn how to have fun in the sun? Seasoned illustrator Salina Yoon's charming text and bright, energetic illustrations ensure that readers will be clamoring for more Penguin stories-wherever they make their home

There are so many ways to spend a sunny summer day. Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar and explore everything the season has to offer! Celebrate summer with The Very Hungry Caterpillar and his friends in this exploration of the season. Young readers can learn all about seasonal sensory experiences, like listening to noisy bugs, feeling the warm sunshine, smelling the yummy scents of a cookout, and so much more!

When two cats compete in a pumpkin contest, they both win a new friend in this charming story about pumpkins, Halloween, and cats! Mimi and Clara are neighbors. Both cats want to win this fall's Great Pumpkin Contest. As the competition draws near, Mimi's pumpkin grows larger...and larger...and LARGER. And soon the pumpkin-and her worries-are bigger than she imagined. Can Clara help Mimi find her way? With adorable artwork from author and illustrator Angie Rozelaar of Planet Cat Studio, The Great Pumpkin Contest is a perfect Halloween story, and a reassuring reminder that even in a competition, friendship always comes first.

Explore SPRING in the forest with this lively, interactive Lift-a-Flap Surprise board book! Little ones will love learning all about springtime fun in the forest while following a mama deer and her sweet little fawn as they trek around the woods soaking in all the sights and sounds and meeting new woodland friends. The birds are singing, wildflowers are blooming, raindrops plip-plop in puddles, and the rainbow is bright in the sky. What a wonderful day to be a little fawn in the forest! A perfect way to celebrate the season with your toddler! Collect the entire series in the Deluxe Lift-a-Flap Seasons titles, as well as all of the interactive books for toddlers from Cottage Door Press, and be sure to check out our full selection of winter books for kids!! Look for the Lift-a-Flap Surprise! It's a Lift-a-Flap and pop-up all in one book! Interactive, beautifully illustrated board book with lots to explore ideal for keeping toddlers entertained and engaged. Perfectly sized for little hands and fingers to open and close the flaps. Sturdy board pages and thick durable flaps are extra strong and designed to withstand traditional wear and tear from curious little babies, toddlers, and preschoolers Lifting the interactive flaps encourages sensory exploration and helps support the development of fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination in developing children. The content-rich text builds vocabulary. Collect all four books in the SEASONS Lift-a-Flap Surprise series!

In this fourth and final book in Karel Hayes's acclaimed Visitors series, the beloved family of bears gets in another round of adventures as they experience the full enjoyment of a New England autumn. First up the country fair--the bears sneak onto the midway after hours to play the games and be thrilled by the rides. Next comes Halloween, for which the bears all cleverly disguise themselves to gather a load of trick-or-treat candy. And finally there's a big Thanksgiving feast for all the friends of the forest. As always, the bears manage to have all their fun while carefully avoiding detection.

Whether driving over land or sailing across the sea, Maisy takes her friends all over the place in two shaped board books.

It’s a beautiful, sunny day, and Maisy knows just how to spend it — at the beach with her friends! Maisy arrives with her bus to pick up her pals. Cyril has food for the picnic, and Tallulah brings her pink float. After Charley and Eddie squeeze on board, it won’t be long at all until they’re at the seaside!

There's something special about each season of the year, wherever we live in the world. Follow the children in this book as they discover and explore the unique character of winter, through indoor and outdoor play. Sensory, detailed and child-centred, this is the perfect introduction for young children to the cycles of the year.

A celebration of the wonder and colors of every child's favorite season--summer! In this celebration of the outdoors, two rambunctious children take off on an adventure from their own backyard. In each new scene they discover the wondrous details--and beautiful colors--of nature. Even when a little summer rain threatens to dampen their grand adventure, the fun continues as woodland scenes come to life in a whole new way. Diana Murray's spirited verse paired with Zoe Persico's charming illustrations hits a wonderful balance of sophisticated and sweet, with details that young children will immediately relate to and layered verse that will enchant readers of all ages.

This Little Golden Book features an original story about springtime starring Olaf, Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff from Disney's Frozen!

Olaf already knows he loves summer, but what about spring? Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff get the snowman excited with tales of blooming flowers, sailing trips, and baby animals. Children ages 2 to 5 will love this Little Golden Book, which features the beloved characters from Disney Frozen. It's perfect for Easter time, springtime, or anytime!

Disney Frozen is the #1 animated film of all time, featuring a powerful story, strong ensemble cast, a pair of relatable sisters, magical environments, and unforgettable music.

There's something special about each season of the year, wherever we live in the world. Follow the children in this book as they discover and explore the unique character of fall, through indoor and outdoor play. Sensory, detailed and child-centred, this is the perfect introduction for young children to the cycles of the year.

This book looks at a typical day in the life of Meow Meow, a mischievous cat. The story revolves around daily activities such as waking up, eating breakfast and going to work to teach a young reader how to tell time. This is a first in a series of illustrated books to equip children on general skills

Over the snow, the world is hushed and white. But under the snow lies a secret world of squirrels and snow hares, bears and bullfrogs, and many other animals making their winter home under the snow. This beloved nonfiction picture book exploring the subnivean zone reveals the tunnels and caves formed beneath the snow but over the ground, where many kinds of animals live through the winter, safe and warm, awake and busy, but hidden beneath the snow.