Best Fall Board Books and Picture Books for Kids
Changing leaves, cooler weather, and pumpkin pie? Count us in! Indulge in autumn vibes with our list of fall board books and picture books for kids. From critically-acclaimed new classics to delightful rhyming read alouds, we share our favorite picks to celebrate the season.
It's Fall!
by Renée Kurilla
A charming book that celebrates the best aspects of fall. The bouncing rhymes (Fuzzy socks and cozy clothes / A scarf around my chilly nose) and lively illustrations feature favorite fall activities, from jumping in leaf piles and apple-picking to pumpkin carving and corn mazes. This book includes both Halloween and Thanksgiving, and is a fantastic overview to the season.
This book is part of the Celebrate the Seasons series with the winter book already out and the spring one coming early 2026.
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Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn
by Kenard Pak
Gorgeous illustrations and lyrical text make this book a must-have for autumn. With a focus on the changes between seasons and the signs of fall, little ones get an introduction to how autumn appears in nature. A lovely and educational choice, we highly recommend Kenard Pak’s entire Changing Seasons series!
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Fall is For Beginnings
by Rajani LaRocca, illustrated by Abhi Alwar
Newbery Honor winner Rajani LaRocca’s new picture book follows Ravi and his best friend Joe, and what happens when a new girl arrives at school and decides she’s best friends with them too. Can a best friend duo turn into a best friend trio – and does Ravi even want that to happen? An important story about change, acceptance, and new friendships, this book received critical acclaim, including starred reviews from Kirkus and Bookpage.
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The Leaf Thief
by Alice Hemming, illustrated by Nicola Slater
Squirrel loves his beautiful red, yellow, and gold leaves – but then they start to go missing! Who is the Leaf Thief stealing his leaves? A hilarious read aloud that also includes educational back matter on what really causes leaves to disappear. An excellent book especially for the end of fall.
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Spot's Pumpkin Surprise
by Eric Hill
Who doesn’t love Spot? This sweet pumpkin-shaped board book features Spot and his family planting and growing a garden…and the yummy pie baked from the results! A great fall book for babies and toddlers.
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Teeny Tiny Ghost
by Rachel Matson, illustrated by Joey Chou
This endearing board book features a lovable little ghost who tries to be scary and her best friend, a small mouse. The rhyming, repetitive text makes this a great read aloud for even the littlest of babies and toddlers.
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When Autumn Comes
by Ekaterina Trukahn (illustrator)
Adorable illustrations pair with simple text that highlights fall activities, making this a great introduction to autumn. The “seek and find” element at the end encourages extra interaction between you and your little ones.
This book is part of the My Favorite Seasons series.
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You're My Little Pumpkin Pie
by Nicola Edwards, illustrated by Natalie Marshall
This bestselling board book series pairs adorable illustrations with sweet rhyming text to emphasize the parent-child relationship and just how special your little one is. A perfect choice for babies and toddlers!
Other cute fall books in the You’re My Little series include the Halloween-themed You’re My Little Baby Boo and the Thanksgiving-themed You’re My Little Cutie Pie.
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