Books About Autumn · 43 titles considered

The Best Autumn Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about autumn? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2019

Pick a Pumpkin

By Patricia Toht, Jarvis (Illustrator) · Pick a Pumpkin series

Transform a pumpkin into a glowing jack-o'-lantern in this Halloween adventure.

34 pages· 389 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 903 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2015

The Maple Festival

Sophie Mouse and her friends enjoy the Maple Festival in Pine Needle Grove, filled with rides, games, and delicious baked goods

128 pages· 4,735 words· Est. 37 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 718 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 3–5 · 2020

I Am Thankful

Three families celebrate Thanksgiving, sharing traditions and gratitude.

56 pages· 639 words· Est. 11 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 265 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

It's Fall!

Celebrate fall with leaves, treats, and cozy moments.

32 pages· 230 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 572 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2019

Trip to the Pumpkin Farm

By Rebecca Elliott · Book #11 in the Owl Diaries series

A young owl helps her friends and family prepare for Falling Leaves Day, a holiday that celebrates the first day of autumn, and learns the value of sharing and kindness along the way.

80 pages· 2,582 words· Est. 20 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 1,048 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

Little Elliot, Fall Friends

Escape the city's chaos for a peaceful autumn adventure in the countryside.

40 pages· 308 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.1/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 583 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Amara's Farm

By Samara Hardy (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Where in the Garden series

Can Amara find her missing pumpkins before the potluck begins?

32 pages· 425 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 445 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1994

Why Do Leaves Change Color?

Discover the mystery of why leaves change color each fall.

32 pages· 990 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 549 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn

A poetic exploration of the changing seasons.

32 pages· 270 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 2,021 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2020

The Leaf Thief

A squirrel tries to solve the mystery of missing leaves.

32 pages· 368 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 5,753 ratings
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Autumn Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about autumn for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Ladybug Girl and the Dress-up Dilemma

Ages 3–5 · 2014

Lulu must choose the perfect Halloween costume. Will she stay true to herself?

The Squirrels Who Squabbled

Ages 3–5 · 2017

Two squirrels race for the last pinecone of the season.

The Fall Festival

Ages 4–8 · 2009

A family visits a fall festival and enjoys various activities together.

Halloween Is Coming!

Ages 4–7 · 2021

Join the excitement as Halloween's magic and mystery draw near.

Let It Fall
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Let It Fall

Ages 3–5 · 2010

Experience the vibrant journey of fall's changing colors and festive traditions.

Apple Picking Day!

Ages 4–6 · 2016

A child picks apples with family in the fall.

It's Thanksgiving!

Ages 4–8 · 1982

Thanksgiving chaos unfolds as everyone vies for the wishbone.

Amelia Bedelia's First Apple Pie

Ages 4–8 · 2010

Amelia Bedelia dives into autumn's wonders, from colorful leaves to apple pie.

Curious George Haunted Halloween

2014

George investigates a local legend about a headless scarecrow who steals hats on Halloween night.

Splat the Cat and the Pumpkin-Picking Plan
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Splat the Cat and the Pumpkin-Picking Plan

Ages 4–8 · 2014

A cat's quest for the biggest pumpkin leads to unexpected challenges. Can he get it home?

Wonderfall

Ages 4–8 · 2016

Witness a tree's journey from summer's end to winter's first snow.

Mouse's First Halloween

Ages 4–8 · 2000

Mouse hears mysterious sounds on a spooky night. What could it be?

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Autumn Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about autumn for developing and independent readers.

Happy Fell

Ages 6–8 · 2019

Can a bear and chipmunk find common ground to celebrate the season together?

A Day at the Pumpkin Patch
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A Day at the Pumpkin Patch

Ages 8–12 · 2006

A group of people visit a farm to learn about pumpkins and have some fall fun.

Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice

Ages 14–17 · 2024

A small-town coffee shop faces a corporate rival. Can a teen save it and win her crush's heart?

Happy Jack

Ages 7–10

Two squirrels' rivalry over nuts leads to unexpected consequences in the forest.

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