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This collection of autumn picture books will allow you to share the beauty of the fall season with younger children.
Updated October 2, 2022
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In the Middle of Fall
Kevin Henkes
Paper Book
Watch the world transform when fall comes! In the middle of fall, it takes only one gust of wind to turn the whole world yellow and red and orange. Caldecott Medalist and New York Times-bestselling author Kevin Henkes's memorable text introduces basic concepts...
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Fletcher and the Falling Leaves
Julia Rawlinson
Paper Book
Celebrate fall with the sweet and charming Fletcher the fox! As the leaves fall from his favorite tree, Fletcher worries that something is terribly wrong. But then winter comes, and with it a wonderful surprise. Do you know what it is? Join Fletcher and find out. . . . ...
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Autumn Story
Jill Barklem
Audiobook
Step into the exquisite miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge in this beautiful new edition of the classic picture book. Bad weather is on the way and the autumn stores are still not gathered in! Quickly, all the mice of Brambly Hedge set to work to finish the harvesting...
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Leaves
David Ezra Stein
Paper Book
It's a young bear's first autumn, and the falling leaves surprise him. He tries to put them back on the trees, but it doesn't work. Eventually, he gets sleepy and burrows into the fallen leaves for a long nap. When he wakes up, it's spring, and there are suddenly brand-new leaves all around,...
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Flora's Very Windy Day
Jeanne Birdsall
Paper Book
When Flora and her pesky little brother, Crispin, are whisked away by a swirling and swooping wind, she gets the opportunity of a lifetime: the chance to give her brother away. With tempting offers from a dragonfly, the man in the moon, and even the wind itself, she will find it difficult...
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Leaf Man
Lois Ehlert
Paper Book
Ride the wind and drift east with Leaf Man in this autumnal classic by Caldecott Honor-winning author-illustrator Lois Ehlert, perfect for young readers returning to school in the fall. Fall has come, the wind is gusting, and Leaf Man is on the move. Is he drifting east, over the marsh and...
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Little Elliot, Fall Friends
Mike Curato
Paper Book
It's autumn in the Big City! Little Elliot and Mouse love the hustle and bustle of the city streets. But sometimes it feels like there are too many people, too many noises--just too much! The best friends decide to get out of town for a vacation in the countryside. There, they'll discover the sights...
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The Busy Little Squirrel
Nancy Tafuri
Paper Book
The leaves have started to fall. The air is cold. Squirrel needs to get ready for winter. He cannot nibble with the mice. He does not have time to hop with the frogs or run with the dogs. But there is one thing he can do!
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Sophie's Squash
Pat Zietlow Miller
Paper Book
Kids will love this playful story of of a unique fall friendship between a girl . . . and her squash! On a trip to the farmers' market with her parents, Sophie chooses a squash, but instead of letting her mom cook it, she names it Bernice. From then on, Sophie brings Bernice...
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Fall Mixed Up
Bob Racka
Ebook
Fall is all mixed up in this silly book from Bob Raczka! Can you find his mistakes in the words and pictures?
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Every Autumn Comes the Bear
Jim Arnosky
Paper Book
Every autumn a bear shows up behind the farm, and goes through a series of routines before finding a den among the hilltop boulders where he sleeps all winter long.
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Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn
Kenard Pak
Paper Book
As trees sway in the cool breeze, blue jays head south, and leaves change their colors, everyone knows--autumn is on its way! Join a young girl as she takes a walk through forest and town, greeting all the signs of the coming season. In a series of conversations with every flower and...
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How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin?
Margaret McNamara
Paper Book
Mr. Tiffin and his students explore skip counting and estimation in a fun pumpkin-themed classroom experiment! This book makes a wonderful read-aloud companion to any math or science curriculum, and it's a fun way to reinforce counting skills at home. "How many seeds are in a...
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Mouse’s First Fall
Lauren Thompson
Paper Book
One cool day Mouse and Minka venture out to play. From leaves of all colors -- red, yellow, orange, and brown -- to leaves of all shapes and sizes -- from pointy to round -- Mouse learns that fall is a season full of fun! And before the day is done he just might take the...
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The Apple Pie Tree
Zoe Hall
Paper Book
Two sisters rejoice as the colorful blossoms on their tree develop into big, red, and ready-to-pick apples. This concept book about how things grow includes an easy recipe for apple pie. "An appealing study for young children." - Kirkus Reviews
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Awesome Autumn
Bruce Goldstone
Paper Book
What is autumn all about? This comprehensive celebration of all things autumn will show you! Autumn is awesome! Leaves change color. Animals fly south or get ready to hibernate. People harvest crops and dress up as scary creatures for Halloween. And then there are pickup...
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Raccoons and Ripe Corn
Jim Arnosky
Paper Book
Hungry raccoons feast at night in a field of ripe corn.
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Fall Ball
Peter McCarty
Paper Book
Bobby and his friends wait all day for school to end and for their chance to play outdoors in the fall weather. Flying leaves, swirling colors, and crisp air make the perfect setting for a game of football with Sparky the dog. The kids are surprised by how quickly it gets dark, and...
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Penguin and Pumpkin
Salina Yoon
Paper Book
Geisel Honor-winning author/illustrator Salina Yoon's beloved character Penguin helps his brother in Penguin and Pumpkin--a charming board book that's perfect for fall. Penguin's curiosity about fall sends him on a journey to a faraway farm. But his younger brother...
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