Spring Library Activities for Elementary Students -

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your elementary library with bright colors, seasonal books, and engaging activities that make reading fun. Whether you’re a school librarian, a classroom teacher, or a homeschool parent, these spring library activities will help you celebrate the season while supporting literacy, creativity, and curiosity.

Create a Spring-Themed Book Display

Start by setting the tone with a colorful spring library display. Feature books about gardens, animals, weather, and growth. Some great titles to include:

And Then It’s Spring by Julie Fogliano
Miss Rumphius by Barbara Cooney
The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle
Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter (Don’t miss our Peter Rabbit activities blog post for fun companion ideas!)

Spring Storytime with Activity Tie-Ins

Choose spring read alouds for elementary students that spark curiosity. One of our favorites is Too Many Carrots by Katy Hudson. After reading, you can dive into fun carrot-themed activities that explore kindness, sharing, and springtime animal life. Check out our full list of Too Many Carrots activities on the blog!

Other great spring storytime picks include:

Tops and Bottoms by Janet Stevens
The Thing About Spring by Daniel Kirk
Bear Wants More by Karma Wilson

Add a Spring STEM Station

Create a mini makerspace or STEM station in a corner of the library. Include challenges like:

Building a bird nest using natural materials
Designing a garden layout
Making seed bombs to plant at home

🌼 Grab Your Free Spring Activities for Kids!

Looking for even more ideas? Don’t miss our Free Spring Activities for Kids pack! It’s filled with fun, printable activities that are perfect for the library, classroom, or home learning. Download it today and make this spring your most joyful (and organized!) season yet.