The Seasons of Arnold's Apple Tree Author: Gail Gibbons
Description: As the seasons pass, a young boy enjoys a variety of activities as a result of his apple tree. This book includes a recipe for apple pie and a description of how an apple cider press works.
Grade Level: K-1
Activity: http://www.eduplace.com/tview/tviews/hoyler10.html
Blueberries for Sal Author: Robert McCloskey
Description: The adventures of a little girl and a baby bear while hunting for blueberries with their mothers on a bright summer day in the Maine countryside.
Grade Level: 1-2
Activity: http://www.eduplace.com/tview/tviews/levine37.html
Arthur's Family Vacation Author: Marc Brown
Description: With all his friends involved in summer fun activities, Arthur is stuck going on vacation with his family, but he manages to provide a great time for everyone.
Grade Level: 1-2
Activity: http://www.eduplace.com/tview/tviews/hagen27.html
Hurricane Author: David Wiesner
Description: Hurricane season begins in June. This book captures the aura of a giant storm from a child's perspective.
Grade Level: 1-2
Activity: http://www.eduplace.com/tview/tviews/hagen8.html
The Magic School Bus Inside a Hurricane Author: Joanna Cole
Description: Experience nature first hand from the inside of a hurricane with Ms. Frizzle and her class.
Grade Level: 3rd
Activity: http://www.eduplace.com/tview/tviews/smith76.html
The Reason for Seasons Author: Gail Gibbons
Description: A book about why we have various seasons, and why things change during those seasons. This nonfiction book uses simple words and clear, colorful pictures to explain the seasons, the solstices, and the equinoxes.
Grade Level: 3rd
Activity: http://www.eduplace.com/tview/tviews/hoyler7.html
