Reading Roundup: Books That Will Transport Your Child Outside

With so much indoor time, it’s no wonder that many parents and caregivers may find themselves running out of ideas on how to keep their children engaged and electronics-free. So how about taking your kids outside, without actually leaving the house? Here are a few outdoor-themed books sure to provide your child with a breath of fresh air:

**#1 – “I See Summer” by Charles Ghigna**

**#2 – “Birds, Nests, and Eggs” by Mel Boring**

**#3 – “You’re Missing It!” by Brady Smith and Tiffani Thiessen**

**#4 – “Lola Plants a Garden” by Anna McQuinn**

**#5 – “Thank You, Earth: A Love Letter to Our Planet” by April Pulley Sayre**

**#6 – “Pete the Cat: Pete at the Beach” by James Dean**

**#7– “Go, Bikes, Go!” by Addie Boswell**

**#8 – “Hello, World! Ocean Life” by Jill McDonald**

**#9 – “The Snowy Day” by Ezra Jack Keats**

Book recommendations were provided by First 5 LA. For more children’s reading suggestions, check out First 5 LA’s quarterly Parenting Guide, which is produced in English and Spanish and offers parents and caregivers more information on raising a happy, healthy family.

L.A. Parent