\u003cstrong\u003eCelebrate the promise and potential of spring in this effervescent follow-up to \u003cem\u003eWoodland Dreams\u003c/em\u003e.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOh, the promise of spring \u003cem\u003eand\u003c/em\u003e a new day! A honeybee, bear cub, bunny, squirrel, fawns, and more wake up as the landscape brims and bursts with spring firsts. In this beautifully illustrated picture book follow-up to their beloved bedtime book, Karen Jameson and Marc Boutavant offer a lyrical and reassuring ode to the morning and a celebration of a new season, affirming the power of greeting the day with energy, positivity, and hope.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eReaders will adore the heartwarming illustrations and tender moments between animal parents and children. Perfect read-aloud to share over breakfast, with a preschool class for morning storytime, or on the first day of spring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSTUNNING ILLUSTRATIONS: Marc Boutavant\u0026#39;s detail-rich and incredibly sweet illustrations will rivet young readers as they move through spring-infused scenes filled with woodland animals and flowers.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eSOOTHING NARRATIVE: In addition to reinforcing concepts like emotional security and unconditional love, the lyrical, rhyming text creates a warm and connected reading experience.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eEDUCATIONAL CHILDREN\u0026#39;S BOOK: Animals featured in their natural habitats offer a great way to learn about and increase our appreciation of nature. Perfect selection as an Earth Day book for kids!\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eCRITICAL ACCLAIM FOR \u003cem\u003eWOODLAND DREAMS\u003c/em\u003e: \u0026quot;Jameson displays a rare gift for harmonious language and rhyme. . . . Sweet fare for bed- or naptimes, with a light frosting of natural history.\u0026quot; \u0026ndash;\u003cem\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c/em\u003e, starred review; \u0026quot;[A] classic-feeling narrative that features graceful verse and detailed artwork.\u0026quot; \u0026ndash;\u003cem\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for:\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eParents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for a sweet springtime book for children\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFans of \u003cem\u003eWoodland Dreams\u003c/em\u003e and author Karen Jameson\u0026#39;s children\u0026#39;s books\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFans of Marc Boutavant\u0026#39;s picture books\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eParents looking for a book with meaningful parent-child connections\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eGift givers seeking a sweet and engaging present or Easter basket addition\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e