I don’t know about you, but fall is my absolute favorite time of the year! So to celebrate all things autumn, let’s explore some engaging picture books you can use with students this fall!
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10 Picture Books for Fall
We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt
We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt by Steve Metzger is a new spin on the classic We’re Going on a Bear Hunt. In this version, three kids are on a hunt to collect leaves of different colors and shapes. Just like with the original version, you can add fun motions as you read to engage young readers. You can also take your own leaf hunt around the school to find leaves for art projects or a science center.
Leaves
In the book Leaves by David Ezra Stein, we follow along on Bear’s first experience with fall. He watches the changing leaves before getting ready for his long winter nap. A great book to discuss the changing seasons and an introduction to hibernation.
Leaf Man
Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert is guaranteed to inspire your students’ imaginations! Using real photos of leaves on paper backgrounds, we follow along as Leaf Man gets flown to different locations by the wind. Young readers can create a map of his journey to retell the story. They’d also love to create their own Leaf Man out of an actual leaf they find on the playground!
The Little Scarecrow Boy
The Little Scarecrow Boy by Margaret Wise Brown is the story of a young scarecrow who isn’t quite grown enough yet to be able to scare any crows. His father tells him he needs to wait till he grows to be fierce enough. It is a heartwarming coming-of-age story that centers around a father’s support and encouragement.
The Very Last Leaf
The Very Last Leaf by Stef Wade tells the story of Lance the leaf who is afraid to fall from the tree. His feelings intensify as he watches his other classmates fall. Teachers can use this book to begin discussions with students about social-emotional issues such as facing fears, wanting to be perfect, and feeling anxious.
Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn
Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn by Kenard Pak uses beautiful illustrations to explore the changes that occur between summer and autumn. A simple story about a girl taking a walk and experiencing the seasonal changes will encourage students to notice what they see happening outside.
Hello, Fall!
Hello, Fall! by Deborah Diesen is similar to Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn. But this story features a young girl and her grandfather on a walk observing the seasonal changes. You can use it as a mentor text to encourage young writers to add descriptive details to their stories.
Red Leaf, Yellow Leaf
Red Leaf, Yellow Leaf by Lois Ehlert is the perfect book to use to introduce the life cycle of a tree. Plus you can’t go wrong with any book written by the legendary Lois Ehlert!
Fall Mixed Up
Fall Mixed Up by Bob Raczka is a book that is guaranteed to make students laugh! Journey through Septober and Octember to see signs of fall such as bears gathering nuts and pumpkins turning red. Readers will love finding all of the mistakes in this silly, mixed-up book!
Leif and the Fall
The book Leif and the Fall by Allison Sweet Grant is similar to The Very Last Leaf as it features another leaf who is afraid to fall. But in this story, Leif is determined to find another way down from the tree. Leif and his friend Laurel work together to find a better way down. They try creating a net, a kite, and a parachute with the hope of softening his landing. Great way to discuss a problem-solving mindset with students!
Which of these books for fall do you love to use with your students? Do you have other favorites that didn’t make my list? Share them in the comments!
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