October 1, 2024 — By Wendy Sachs

Autumn is the perfect season to snuggle up with your little ones and dive into some cozy, fall-themed books! Here are five delightful reads that will get toddlers excited about leaves, pumpkins, and all the fun of fall:

  1. “We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt” by Steve Metzger
    • Join three adventurous kids as they hike through the forest, collecting colorful leaves! Perfect for little nature explorers who love a good adventure (and maybe a snack along the way)! Then you and your little one can have a hunt!
  2. “Duck & Goose, Find a Pumpkin” by Tad Hills
    • Duck and Goose are on the hunt for the perfect pumpkin. This sweet, simple book is full of bright illustrations and a few giggles as the friends search high and low! Cut out a pumpkin and play your own game of find the pumpkin around the house.
  3. “Leaf Man” by Lois Ehlert
    • Ever wonder where leaves go when the wind blows them away? This dreamy book with gorgeous leaf collage art follows Leaf Man as he drifts through fields and forests.
  4. “Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn” by Kenard Pak
    • Say “see you later” to summer and “hello” to autumn! This beautifully illustrated book takes kids on a gentle journey through the changing season, perfect for curious minds.
  5. “Little Blue Trucks Halloween” by Alice Schertle
    • The beloved Little Blue Truck is back, this time for a Halloween adventure! With lift-the-flap fun, your toddler can guess who’s hiding behind each costume. Vroom, vroom, trick or treat! Also this book is a good way to talk about costumes!

So, grab a blanket, a cozy spot, and dive into these fall-themed books with your toddler. Happy reading and leaf-crunching!