It’s fall and October! That means the evenings darken much earlier and kiddos will be spending less time outside after school. What better way to embrace the change in seasons than to snuggle up, hygge style and read as a family.
So grab a cozy blanket, turn off the screens, light a pumpkin candle, and get to reading one of this teacher-mama’s favorite fall books!
Scarecrow, by Cynthia Rylant
The beautiful pictures and the soothing storyline in this book will have your kiddos wanting to make a scarecrow of their own.
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, by Judith Viorst
So this one isn’t fall-themed, but it is that time of year where the excitement of school has worn off and many of our children are feeling frustrated and tired of the routine. This can open dialogue to discuss those big feelings and frustrations our school-age kiddos may be having.
There Was an Old Lady who Swallowed Some Leaves by Lucille Colondro
The “old lady” books are favorites for all! These books help build vocabulary, engage in rhythm and rhyme, and build memory for retelling. You will also find books where she swallowed a bat and a turkey!
This book plays on the word “wonderful” and phrases ending with fall, to take us through the autumn season into winter. The pictures are simple and colorful and the writing is easy for littles to follow for concepts of print.
This book is filled with vivid illustrations and vocabulary and a great lesson in character and love toward others during conflict. It would be a fun extension to make some pumpkin soup or pumpkin butter with your kiddos.
Magic Tree House #27 Thanksgiving on Thursday, by Mary Pope Osborne
This is a magical chapter book that can be enjoyed for a few nights in the month of November leading up to Turkey Day! It is an easy glimpse into 1621 to teach the history of the Thanksgiving holiday and compare the life of children in the past and present. There is also a nonfiction accompaniment called, Pilgrims, for that super curious kiddo who wants to learn more!
All of these books are available on your child’s Scholastic book order and Amazon. But it might be fun to take a trip to your local library. The Genesee District Library system is fun to visit on a rainy fall day. In addition, the Flint Public Library is open to all Michigan residents.
What are your favorite fall books?
