It's about this time of year when I realize how much I love, and miss the sun. If you love the sun like me, here are five books to read to help you imagine the warmth of the sun on your face. Hopefully, these will tide us all over until the spring makes an appearance.
By Sarah Jane Hinder
Sounds True, 2019. Picture Book
This book walks you through how to do the sun salutation poses in a poetic way. The illustrations are vibrant, and energetic. It also includes a note of the history of the sun salutation and yogis in India.
By Christopher Canyon
Dawn Publications, 2003. Picture Book.
Illustrations are set to the lyrics of John Denver's song, Sunshine On My Shoulders. This is just a bright, happy book that is sure to warm you up, and make you smile.
Written by Sarah Nelson
Illustrated by Rachel Oldfield
Barefoot Books, 2021. Picture Book.
The title pretty much sums it up, but this book shows children basking in favorite sunny places like the park, and beach. The poem shares all the great reasons to love the sun.
Written by Kate McMullan
Illustrated by Jim McMullan
Holiday House, 2019. Picture Book.
This is the story of Toby who loves his warm spot in the sun. When Pinkie comes along, Toby loses his sun spot, and all of the things he loves the most. But then he realizes that his new friend Pinkie is even better than the sun spot.
Written by Mary Ann Hoberman
Illustrated by Luciano Lozano
Little, Brown and Company, 2019. Picture Book.
The mix-media illustrations are so happy and colorful. The book is told in rhyme, and it explores all of the places in the world that the sun shines. Through this book you can travel to places like Fiji, Switzerland, and Tokyo.
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