Spring Reading 2026: Primary book recommendations for spring break!

School’s out for spring break, and with two weeks off, it’s a great time for students to enjoy a little reading with some fun book ideas for younger kids!

We’re starting our Spring Reading series with several recommendations from Janice Churchill Elementary and Royal Heights Elementary teacher-librarian Lisa Matsumoto for kindergarten to Grade 3-level readers. Here’s what’s on her list for younger students this spring break:

Sour Apple by Linda Liu

Sour Apple is a ripe apple not picked from the tree, and it turns them sour wondering why they weren’t chosen. But in the end, they can see what life had in store for them. This Apple has a flair for the dramatic and might even give you a giggle with all their antics when reading.

Look by Gabi Snyder

Look is a book all about seeing what is around you in everyday life. It is all about finding the patterns, shapes, and colours we can look for when out and about. A great book to spark curiosity and start a journey of finding different patterns in real life. The book also provides pattern activities in the back.

Pizza and Taco: Coolest Club Ever by Stephen Shashkan

In this silly graphic novel, you’ll learn there are many different ways to have fun! Sometimes it is best to join together to create something even better. Readers will be able to relate to Pizza and Taco’s friendship and enjoy their hilarious banter with everyone.

Spooky Sleuths: The Ghost Tree by Natasha Deen

Spooky Sleuths is a great way to dive into the mystery (with a little spooky mixed in) genre. Readers will be taken on a paranormal mystery where an evil-looking tree seems to be causing the people in town to change! This chapter book is a part of a four-book series and introduces readers to Guyanese folklore.

There are lots of great books to choose from for primary readers this spring! Stay tuned for recommendations for intermediate and secondary students in our Spring Reading series!