Hooray!! It’s officially fall and what better way to celebrate the new season than by sharing some of our favorite fall read alouds! 

The change of seasons provides a perfect opportunity to spark learning and ignite curiosity about the ever-changing world we live in. One of the simplest ways to unlock the potential of each new season is to introduce a variety of seasonal books to your child’s environment, and begin making connections between what you read to the natural world. 

Kick off this amazing season of autumn by snuggling up together and reading these fall favorites with your child.

Infant Favorites

• You’re the Apple of My Pie: A Sweet Autumn Gratitude Book for Babies and Toddlers by Rose Rossner - Filled with warm autumn illustrations and adorable puns with heartwarming messages of love and gratitude, this charming board book is perfect for sharing with the ones you're thankful for this fall.

• Touch and Feel Fall by Scholastic - Your child will love discovering images of the fall season and feeling the amazing touches that appear on every page of this interactive board book.

• Not a Pumpkin by Sisie Lee Jin - Featuring bright patterns, colorful artwork, and sturdy lift-the-flaps that encourage fine motor skills, your little one will love this sweet fall-themed board book and all the adorable autumn animals revealed underneath each flap! 

• You’re My Little Pumpkin Pie by Natalie Marshall - With adorable illustrations, shaped cutouts, and raised elements, this sweet, interactive board book celebrates the little pumpkin pie in your life!

Toddler Favorites

• Apples and Pumpkins by Anne Rockwell - Bold, autumn-colored paintings and a simple but lively story capture a little girl's joy and satisfaction as she shares in the excitement of the fall season.

• Leaves by David Ezra Stein - With its childlike main character and graceful illustrations, Leaves is a great way to teach the youngest children about the changing seasons.

• Duck and Goose, Find a Pumpkin by Tad Hills - Perfect for your favorite fall holidays, and a fun read-a-long for fans of Duck and Goose any time of year!

• Yellow Time by Lauren Stringer - An exuberant, joyful ode to that magical time when the leaves are changing color and the animals are preparing for winter.

Preschool/PreK Favorites

• Tiny, Perfect Things by M. H. Clark - With a brilliant fall aesthetic, beautiful illustrations, and rhythmic storytelling, this book celebrates childlike curiosity and reminds us how you can transform ordinary days into extraordinary adventures.

• The Leaf Thief by Alice Hemming - Perfect for fans of Fletcher and the Falling Leaves, The Leaf Thief is a funny picture book that teaches kids about autumn, adapting to change, and the seasons.

• The Scarecrow by Beth Ferry - This tender and affectionate story reminds us of the comforting power of friendship and the joy of helping others—a tale that will inspire and delight children for generations to come.

• Apple Cake: A Gratitude by Dawn Casey - With captivating illustrations that brim with emotion, this sweet picture book encourages children to be grateful for the world around them. With a surprise recipe for apple cake at the end, you and your child(ren) can continue practicing gratitude by making a fall treat together!

Big Kids (Kindergarten and up)

• Leif and the Fall by Allison Sweet Grant and Adam Grant - A beautiful story about a leaf (cleverly name Leif) who, like most of us, is afraid to fall. The ending is a nuanced message that will help children reflect on their own fear of failure and develop a positive mindset around it.

• The Golden Glow by Benjamin Flouw - With spreads of educational content interspersed throughout, The Golden Glow is a charming story that details the simple pleasures of a nature hike and celebrates observing the beauty of nature.

• Sweep by Louise Greig - From award-winning author Louise Greig and acclaimed illustrator Júlia Sardà comes an uplifting story about how to confront big emotions.

• Summer Green to Autumn Gold by Mia Posada - This book artfully delves into the life cycle of trees and how they get their bold and beautiful colors, weaving science and story to make a fun and educational picture book that is perfect for nature lovers and curious little ones.

For a quick reference list to these fall favorites (and some more we love!), check out the link here or run to our favorite local bookstore, Cover to Cover Children’s Books, to purchase.