When Spring Comes - (My Favorite Season) by Ekaterina Trukhan (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Experience a child's eye view of spring in this gorgeous new picture book series for young readers.

When spring comes . . . the birds are singing, the bees are buzzing, and the sleepy groundhog is waking up. And one little girl is celebrating every magical moment! Experience the wonders of springtime through the eyes of a child interested in discovering the flowers, trees, insects, animals, and weather that make spring a very special time of year.

Review Quotes

Spring brings sensorial marvels in Trukhan's cheerful tribute to the season's changes. Building from the refrain "When spring comes...," lines describe birdsong, buzzing bees, "soft, green grass," and the like. Over the course of a day, a ponytailed narrator witnesses shifts in the natural environment while exploring with a small dog. Simple, shape-based unlined artwork relies on a mix of pastels and bright colors as the pair assist with yard work and venture out on bikes ("When spring comes...// we ride up the hill, past the/ lambs in the field"). A concluding rainstorm yields puddles to play in and a rainbow that the family observes while enjoying tea and cupcakes, and the happy protagonist is prompted to voice sincere love for spring. A concluding seek-and-find activity further engages readers in appreciation. Characters are portrayed with brown skin. Ages 2-5. (Feb.)--PW

"Spring brings sensorial marvels in Trukhan's cheerful tribute to the season's changes."--PW

About the Author

Ekaterina Trukhan creates illustrations for children's books, magazines, and products. She is the author of several children's books. She graduated from Camberwell College of Arts in London and now she lives the digital nomad life, traveling with her husband and their dog.