Squash & Pumpkin: #Squashgoals
by G.G. McQueen, illustrated by Michael Slack
Ages 3–7
Acorn Squash is tired of being overshadowed by Pumpkin and her beloved spice each fall season, so a campaign is launched to make Acorn Squash the new seasonal star.
The Leaf Thief
by Alice Hemming, illustrated by Nicola Slater
Ages 4–7
Squirrel enjoys looking at the beautiful, colorful leaves, but more and more leaves disappear every day, which makes him think someone is stealing them.
In the Middle of Fall
by Kevin Henkes, illustrated by Laura Dronzek
Ages 4–8
This engaging title introduces concepts and the vocabulary of fall — autumn colors, changes in plants and animals, and wind, which leads to the next season.
Autumnblings: Poems & Paintings
by Douglas Florian
Ages 4–8
A collection of poems that portray the essence of the season between summer and winter.
Full of Fall
by April Pulley Sayre
Ages 4–8
Explore the science behind the transformation that trees undergo in the fall with gorgeous photo illustrations.
Fall Is for Beginnings
by Rajani LaRocca, illustrated by Abhi Alwar
Ages 4–8
For Ravi, fall brings cool weather and time with his best friend Joe. When a new girl joins their class, though, Ravi struggles with the changes until he learns that fall can be the perfect time to start a new friendship.
Apple Crush
by Lucy Knisley
Ages 9–13
Jen is just getting used to her life on Peapod Farm with her new stepsisters, Andy and Reese, but when the school year starts, there are even more changes in store for her.
Amina Banana and the Formula for Friendship
by Shifa Saltagi Safadi
Ages 6–9
After moving from Syria to Indiana, third grade science enthusiast Amina tries to find the perfect formula to make friends at her new school.
Fifth Grade Top Dogs
by Jerry Spinelli
Ages 8–12
George, aka “Suds,” is about to start the fifth grade, where he, his best friend Joey, and the rest of his classmates will be the well-respected top dogs at school. They’re ready to leave their lasting legacy at Gotwals Elementary, but that’s easier said than done.
The Aftermyth
by Tracy Wolff
Ages 8–12
While attending Anaximander’s Academy with her twin brother, Penelope discovers her true destiny as the Myth Weaver and learns that she has the ability to change stories.




