Wednesday, October 8, 2014

Reading Suggestions for Fall

Here are some books to read together with children aged 3-8 to celebrate the arrival of fall.


A is for Autumn
Robert Maass
ABC MAA

Partake in the wonders of the fall through rich images of nature, family, and friends. Perfect for preschoolers, this alphabet book features the special and often magical moments of the season - complete with apples, leaves, frost and more.




Sneeze, Big Bear, Sneeze!
Maureen Wright
E WRI

Big Bear thinks that his tremendous sneezes are causing the leaves and apples to fall off the trees and the geese to fly away, but when the wind finally convinces him otherwise, he knows what to do.



How Do We Know it is Fall?
Molly Aloian
EZ 577.23 A453f

Why is fall the most appropriately named season? Readers will learn the answer to this question and much more in this captivating book. From cooler temperatures and fewer daylight hours to colourful leaves and warmer clothing, readers will discover the many signs of the fall season.



We Gather Together: Celebrating the Harvest Season
Wendy Pfeffer
j577.23 P524w

The fall equinox signals the time of year when we gather our harvests and give thanks for their bounty. This nonfiction picture book explains the science behind autumn and the social history of harvest-time celebrations. We Gather Together presents a remarkable range of cultural traditions throughout the ages and the world, many of which have influenced our contemporary Thanksgiving holiday.

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