FROM SARAH:

I have a thing for storybook mice. (That's probably understating things a bit, ahem.) And these stories by Jill Barklem take the cake! Autumn Story is a lovely addition to your fall book basket.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Bad weather is on the way and the autumn crops are still not gathered in! Quickly, all the mice of Brambly Hedge set to work to finish the harvesting before the rain begins. Primrose, Lord Woodmouse's daughter, meant to help, but somehow she daydreamed her way over the cornfield and into the Chestnut Woods, and before she knew it, she was lost.

FROM SARAH:

If you didn't know that leaves were supposed to fall each autumn, would you worry when they did? This is a sweet story of a fox who experiences his first fall.

FROM THE PUBLISHER: 

As the leaves fall from his favorite tree, Fletcher worries that something is terribly wrong. But then winter comes, and with it a wonderful surprise. Do you know what it is?

FROM SARAH:

This picture book is GORGEOUS. Perfect to read just before bundling up for a fall nature walk.

FROM THE PUBLISHER: 

Learn about autumn leaves through a lyrical tale with illustrations and activities With beautiful illustrations and a lyrical narrative, Virginia Snow takes children on a fun and educational adventure.

FROM SARAH:

Eliza Wheeler is one of my all-time favorite illustrators, and this first book of hers is worth adding to your permanent collection. Lovely for any season.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

What happens to seeds that don't sprout? Fortunately, they have Miss Maple to look after them. Every year, she rescues orphan seeds, taking them to her cozy maple tree house. All winter long, she nurtures them and teaches them the ways of seeds and the paths by which they might find their new homes. And come spring, she sends them off to take root out in the wide world and to sprout into the wonderful plants she knows they'll become.

FROM SARAH:

I adore this whole series from Kenard Pak, but this one in particular might be my favorite! I love comparing the use of colors from the beginning of the book to the end (or even the different sides of the cover). Love.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

As trees sway in the cool breeze, blue jays head south, and leaves change their colors, everyone knows--autumn is on its way! Join a young girl as she takes a walk through forest and town, greeting all the signs of the coming season.

FROM SARAH:

I really appreciate the illustrator's use of light in this book. A lovely addition to your autumnal reading stack.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Autumn is in the air: days grow shorter and nights are long. Birds leave, flowers, too. Apples and temperatures fall—then snow! Part poem, part silent stage, this luminous picture book puts autumn on display and captures the spirit of change that stays with us long after fall leaves.

FROM SARAH:

This book is a hoot! A delightful story about a family of bears who can't seem to get their sweaters on. The simple text, "Sweaters on!" becomes funnier and funnier as the book progresses. Definitely get your hands on this one.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Sweaters on? Not yet!

The air is crisp, and the leaves are bright—it’s the perfect autumn day to enjoy the outdoors. Papa Bear instructs his cubs to put on their sweaters, and patiently waits downstairs. When he checks on them, he learns that getting ready is no simple task. But even if this lovable bear family misses out on their planned outing, the evening sky still holds a beautiful surprise.