Although the shift from winter to spring is hardly discernable in our mountain home, I love pulling out the nature-inspired spring books this time of year to start dreaming of warmer days. It's one of my favorite ways to welcome in the change of seasons. Here is a selection of our favorite 17 nature-inspired spring books - in no particular order - for slow mornings, muddy boots, and sunshine-filled afternoons., paired with some fun activities to start spending longer days out

There’s something magical about a basket full of books - the way it invites little hands to reach in, flip through the pages, and lose themselves in a story. Plus, placing anything in a special basket immediately ignites curiosity and makes the contents feel like a special gift. Creating a themed book basket is one of the simplest and most effective ways to keep your book rotation fresh, encourage reading in young children, and support their learning at home. Here's how!