The Summers readers: second reader

A charming assortment of poems, folk tales, and gentle fables, this collection welcomes young listeners into the rhythms of the seasons. Beginning with the bright colors of September and flowing through winter’s hush, each month offers a handful of verses and stories that celebrate nature, holidays, and everyday wonder.

The selections include familiar classics—an adaptation of Longfellow’s “Hiawatha,” a playful Grimm tale, and a sweet song about corn and crickets—alongside lesser‑known gems by poets such as Helen Hunt Jackson and Emily Huntington Miller. Thoughtfully arranged with whimsical illustrations, the book invites children to explore themes of friendship, gratitude, and imagination while hearing the soothing cadence of timeless verses.