The Cutest Fall Picture Books for Kids
As the leaves start to fall and the air gets crisper, it’s the perfect time to snuggle up with your little ones and dive into some cozy fall picture books for kids. These stories bring the magic of autumn alive, with themes of harvest, changing seasons, and even the fun of Halloween. Great for children that are toddlers or in elementary school, there’s something here for every age range. Below is a list of some of the cutest fall picture books for kids.
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1. Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert
Age Range: 3-7 years
This beautifully illustrated book follows the journey of Leaf Man, who is blown away by the wind. As he travels, he changes shape, blending into the landscapes he passes. The art made from real leaves gives this book a natural and magical feel that’s perfect for fall.
2. Fletcher and the Falling Leaves by Julia Rawlinson
Age Range: 4-8 years
In Fletcher and the Falling Leaves, Fletcher, a young fox, watches as the leaves fall from his favorite tree. He worries that the tree is sick, but soon discovers the beauty of the changing seasons. A sweet story about embracing change, perfect for young readers.
3. Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn by Kenard Pak
Age Range: 4-8 years
Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn follows a young girl as she observes the shift from summer to autumn. The illustrations are lush, and the text is simple, making it a fun fall read for younger children as they learn about the beauty of seasonal transitions.
4. Apples and Pumpkins by Ann Rockwell
Age Range: 3-5 years
“When red and yellow leaves are on the trees,” a little girl goes with her parents to a farm where they pick apples and choose “the best pumpkin of them all.” Back home, she helps to carve a grinning jack-o’-lantern face on the big orange pumpkin, which guards their doorstep on halloween night while her mother hands out shiny red apples and she and her father go trick-or-treating with the neighborhood ghosts and goblins.
Bold, autumn-colored paintings fill Apples and Pumpkins plus a little girl’s joy and satisfaction as she shares in the excitement of the fall season.
5. The Little Scarecrow Boy by Margaret Wise Brown
Age Range: 4-8 years
In The Little Scarecrow, a little scarecrow boy who wants to be just like his father is perfect for the fall season. It’s filled with emotion, determination, and the charm of a scarecrow’s autumn setting.
6. Disney Junior Mickey: Mickey’s Tale of Two Witches by Annie Auerbach
Age Range: 3-6 years
In Mickey’s Tale of Two Witches, Mickey tells the Halloween tale of two witches in training who must pass four tests to graduate from the Witch Academy in Happy Haunt Hills. While Daisy Doozy isn’t confident about passing, she learns that working together with Minnie the Wonderful makes their magic and friendship stronger.
7. In the Middle of Fall by Kevin Henkes
Age Range: 4-8 years
With gentle story and beautiful illustrations, In the Middle of Fall captures the essence of autumn, from falling leaves to squirrels collecting acorns. It’s a great read to help kids appreciate the beauty of the season.
8. Skeletina and the In-Between World by Susie Jaramillo
Age Range: 4-7 years
Skeletina and the In-Between World is a fun and slightly spooky book about a skeleton girl named Skeletina who lives in a magical realm called the In-Between World. This world is where dreams, memories, and unfinished business go. Skeletina helps the creatures she meets face their fears and find peace. The story is filled with positive messages about courage and understanding emotions, making it a great introduction to gentle spooky stories.
9. Fall Mixed Up by Bob Raczka
Age Range: 4-7 years
This humorous, rhyming Fall Mixed Up imagines a world where fall goes hilariously wrong—pumpkins grow on trees, and squirrels fly south for the winter! Kids will love the silly twists on typical fall happenings.
10. Pumpkin Jack by Will Hubbell
Age Range: 4-8 years
Follow the life cycle of a pumpkin in the educational and engaging Pumpkin Jack. After a boy’s Halloween pumpkin begins to rot, he watches as it transforms and eventually grows into a new plant. This is a great read for kids learning about nature and life cycles.
11. Mouse’s First Fall by Lauren Thompson
Age Range: 2-5 years
Mouse’s First Fall follows a little mouse as he experiences the wonders of fall for the first time. With its simple language and colorful illustrations, it’s perfect for very young readers just beginning to explore books.
12. The Roll-Away Pumpkin by Junia Wonders
Age Range: 3-6 years
The Roll-Away Pumpkin is about a runaway pumpkin that brings the whole village together. Kids will enjoy the lively pace of the story and the colorful, engaging illustrations.
13. Strega Nona’s Harvest by Tomie dePaola
Age Range: 4-8 years
Strega Nona’s Harvest from Tomie dePaola is set during the fall harvest. It tells the tale of Strega Nona and her magical garden, teaching lessons about gratitude, hard work, and the importance of helping others.
14. Duck & Goose Find a Pumpkin by Tad Hills
Age Range: 2-5 years
Duck & Goose Find a Pumpkin is a simple, sweet board book that follows Duck and Goose on their quest to find the perfect pumpkin. The charming illustrations and simple text make it an ideal choice for toddlers and preschoolers.
