The Carrot Seed 
by Ruth Krauss

Why we liked this book:  This is a very short, simple book.  It was great for my 4 year old to read because she could memorize it.  Then she would turn the pages and "read" it to us.

Activity:  The kids planted their own carrot seeds!  They filled an old pop bottle full of dirt and then planted their seeds. We chose a pop bottle that was clear so they could watch their carrots grow.  They also decorated their bottles with stickers. Then they were responsible for watering and caring for their carrots.