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If there\u2019s a chill in the air and the trees are spinning a tapestry of reds and golds, it must be autumn! And that means it\u2019s time to grab your little ones, cuddle up on the couch, and read a few of my favorite picture books for fall.<\/p>\r\n \r\n

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Apple Farmer Annie<\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Monica Wellington <\/span><\/p>\r\n

Apple Farmer Annie<\/cite> loves growing apples and she loves baking her apples into all kinds of delicious things to eat. But more than anything, Annie loves sharing her apples and baked goods at the farmer\u2019s market. And Annie would like to share her yummy treats with you, too\u2014just follow the recipes in the back of the book!<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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Bear Has a Story to Tell <\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Philip C. Stead <\/span><\/p>\r\n

Children\u2019s writing duo Philip and Erin Stead have a story to tell about a sleepy bear who has his own story to tell. But Bear\u2019s friends are all too busy getting ready for winter to listen to Bear. Maybe in the spring they will be rested and ready to hear it\u2014that is, if Bear can still remember the story!<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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Count Down to Fall <\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Fran Hawk <\/span><\/p>\r\n

Count Down to Fall<\/cite> offers a richly illustrated study in counting and the beauty of autumn. Two-page spreads showcase the colors and textures of fall, with raccoons, opossums, squirrels, and birds frolicking alongside oak leaves, pinecones, acorns, and birch bark. It\u2019s more than a picture book\u2026it\u2019s an autumn masterpiece!<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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Fletcher and the Falling Leaves <\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Julia Rawlinson <\/span><\/p>\r\n

Fletcher\u2019s favorite tree is starting to look brown and dry, and Fletcher doesn\u2019t understand why. But when the wind starts to blow and the tree\u2019s leaves begin to fall, the young fox\u00a0really<\/span> begins to worry. What\u2019s happening to his tree? Fletcher\u2019s mom tries to reassure him, but it takes a big surprise to make Fletcher feel better.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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Hardscrabble Harvest <\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Dahlov Ipcar <\/span><\/p>\r\n

With sweet watercolor illustrations, lilting rhyme, and a touch of humor, Dahlov Ipcar follows a farmer through the seasons, from planting in the spring to a bountiful autumn feast. It may sound simple, but you\u2019ll soon discover that if the farmer wants to enjoy his harvest, he\u2019s got his work cut out for him.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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A House in the Woods <\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Inga Moore <\/span><\/p>\r\n

You might think that two pigs would find it difficult to be friends with a bear and a moose, but if you read A House in the Woods<\/cite>\u00a0you'll see that anything's possible! Set in an autumn forest, this enchanting picture book is a delightful primer on friendship, generosity, kindness, hard work--and sharing peanut butter sandwiches with friends.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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Leaf Jumpers <\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Carol Gerber <\/span><\/p>\r\n

There are few activities that children enjoy more than jumping in a freshly raked pile of fallen leaves. But who would have thought that a pile of leaves could also be a fun-filled classroom? In Leaf Jumpers<\/cite>, kids learn shapes and colors and how to identify leaves from a variety of trees. It\u2019s autumn fun at its most colorful!<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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Leaf Man <\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Lois Ehlert <\/span><\/p>\r\n

Children\u2019s author Lois Ehlert said, \u201cWhen I see a beautiful leaf, I have to pick it up. I can\u2019t help myself.\u201d<\/span> If you\u2019re anything like Lois, you\u2019re going to love this whimsical picture book. Follow Leaf Man<\/cite> wherever the wind blows him, but keep your eyes open--there are LOTS of leaf creatures to find in this colorful autumn treasure!<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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Possum's Harvest Moon <\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Anne Hunter <\/span><\/p>\r\n

It\u2019s almost time for Possum\u2019s long winter sleep, but tonight the harvest moon is shining bigger and brighter than ever. It\u2019s the perfect night for one last dance party before winter! But the mice, the crickets, and even the fireflies are too busy (or too sleepy) to come to Possum\u2019s Harvest Soir\u00e9<\/span>e. Or are they?<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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The Pumpkin Runner <\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Marsha Diane Arnold <\/span><\/p>\r\n

When Joshua Summerhayes enters a 900-kilometer run, no one<\/span> expects him to win. After all, with his overalls and big orange boots, the old sheep rancher doesn\u2019t look much like a runner. But Joshua has been running for over 50 years, fueled by pumpkins and with his old Yellow Dog by his side. Do you think Joshua can win the race?<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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Tap the Magic Tree <\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Christie Matheson <\/span><\/p>\r\n

If you could, would you coax a bare brown tree to burst back to life again? In Tap the Magic Tree<\/cite>, you will turn words into motion, enticing the tree along on its journey from winter to spring and summer, through autumn and another winter, and back to spring again. It\u2019s a colorful walk through the seasons that you<\/span> make happen!<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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We're Going on a Leaf Hunt <\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Steve Metzger <\/span><\/p>\r\n

Steve Metzger\u2019s We\u2019re Going on a Leaf Hunt<\/cite> might remind you of another well-known children\u2019s \u201chunting\u201d book. In this delightfully singsongy read-aloud, readers go over a tall mountain, through a dark forest, around a swooshing waterfall, and across a cold lake to find lots of c<\/span>o<\/span>l<\/span>o<\/span>r<\/span>f<\/span>u<\/span>l<\/span><\/span> leaves. It\u2019s a wonderful day!<\/span><\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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Scarecrow<\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Cynthia Rylant <\/span><\/p>\r\n

Have you ever stopped to think about what a scarecrow\u2019s life is really like? He might seem like nothing more than a bundle of rags and straw at first, but take a closer look! With birds visiting, seeds being planted, rain coming down, and clouds going by, a scarecrow has a LOT to keep him busy.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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Hello, Harvest Moon<\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Ralph Fletcher<\/span><\/p>\r\n

What\u2019s that rising up above the treetops? It\u2019s the harvest moon! With gorgeous oil-painted illustrations, this lyrical picture book sings the praises of everything that\u2019s special about autumn. Tag along as a young girl takes in the late-season beauty by the light of the harvest moon.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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The Very Best Pumpkin<\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Mark Kimball Moulton<\/span><\/p>\r\n

When Peter finds a pumpkin growing far from the patch, he knows it must be a special pumpkin. He tends it carefully as it grows big and beautiful. But someone else has been watching it, too\u2014Peter\u2019s neighbor, Meg. Perhaps Peter\u2019s special pumpkin will be the beginning of an equally special friendship.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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Fall Leaves<\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Loretta Holland <\/span><\/p>\r\n

There are two great ways to enjoy this beautiful autumn picture book! Read a clever poem in the large text on each page or read the small text to learn more about the beauty and science of fall. Either way, the ethereal illustrations and accompanying text make for a delightful autumn read-aloud experience.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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Yellow Time<\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Lauren Stringer<\/span><\/p>\r\n

The geese have left for their long flight and the squirrels are busy gathering food before \u201cwhite time\u201d comes, and that can only mean one thing: Yellow Time<\/cite> is here with all its bright and cheerful shades of color! It will be gone before you know it, so don\u2019t delay. Go outside and enjoy the wonderful sights and sounds of Yellow Time<\/cite>!<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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Hedgehugs: Autumn Hide & Squeak<\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Steve Wilson <\/span><\/p>\r\n

Horace and Hattie Hedgehog can always find something fun to do. But not today! Hattie is sad that the leaves are falling, and Horace isn\u2019t sure how<\/span> to cheer her up. But then they meet a brand-new friend and discover that a rousing game of hide-and-seek is the perfect<\/span> way to celebrate the last few days of autumn.<\/p>\r\n <\/div> \r\n \r\n

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Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn<\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Kenard Pak <\/span><\/p>\r\n

Walk along as a young girl greets a late summer morning. Say hello to the swaying trees, the playful foxes, the butterflies, the beavers, the chipmunks, and to the change happening all over the landscape. Say goodbye to late summer and hello to autumn in this sweet salute to the changing of the seasons.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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Mouse\u2019s First Fall<\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Lauren Thompson <\/span><\/p>\r\n

With his friend Minka by his side, Mouse sets out on a crisp fall day. It\u2019s Mouse\u2019s first time experiencing the beauty of fall. They love the leaves with all their beautiful colors and shapes. But that\u2019s not all! As Mouse and Minka pile leaves high for running, jumping, and hide-and-seek, they also discover how fun<\/span> fall can be.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n

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Hello, Fall!<\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Deborah Diesen<\/span><\/p>\r\n

In this delightful autumn story, a young girl and her grandfather spend a day enjoying the sights and sounds of fall. Whether they\u2019re watching squirrels hide acorns, admiring fields of chrysanthemums, or choosing the best pumpkins to take home, they take the time to appreciate the autumn beauty all around them.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

\r\n \r\n \"Duck<\/a>\r\n

Duck & Goose Find a Pumpkin<\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Tad Hills <\/span><\/p>\r\n

Duck and Goose\u2019s friend Thistle has a beautiful orange pumpkin and Duck and Goose want one, too! They search high and low to find a pumpkin of their own, but they can't find one anywhere! Perhaps Duck and Goose just need a bit of help knowing where<\/span> to look for a pumpkin!<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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South<\/cite><\/span><\/a>
by Patrick McDonnell <\/span><\/p>\r\n

Beautifully rendered in a minimalist style of art, this charming wordless picture book is sure to become a family favorite! When a little bird sleeps through the fall migration and is left behind by his flock, a new (and somewhat unlikely) friend helps the little bird find his way home.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n
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FREE Picture Books for Fall Library List<\/h2>\r\n
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Would you like to read some of my favorite fall picture books with your children?\r\n Click to download<\/a> our list to take to your local library.<\/p>\r\n\t

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Favorite Picture Books for Fall Recommended by Our Readers<\/h2>