Storytime Theme: Fall

I know it’s still way too early for most people to be thinking about fall! Schools just let out for the summer, vacations have yet to be taken, but I also know that librarians and teachers are notorious for planning early! So, I wanted to make sure this was available for when you inevitably start planning fall programs and storytimes.

Seasonal storytimes are probably some of the easiest themes to use because there are countless seasonal books available. For this lesson plan, I chose recently published fall books, so they might not be as familiar to you as some of the classic titles. Even if you do a fall-themed storytime every year, try switching up a title or two to keep things exciting for you and the kids!

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Books

Autumn by Alexander Posey, illustrated by Paige Pettibon
The Colors of Fall by Danna Smith, illustrated by Jessica Gibson
Fall Parade by Camelia Kay, illustrated by Allyn Howard
From Seed to Pumpkin by Jill McDonald
Little Red: Autumn on the Farm by Will Hillenbrand
Mixed-Up Mooncakes by Christina Matula and Erica Lyons, illustrated by Tracy Subisak
October is Having a Party! by Caitlin Friebel
The Secret of Fall by John Coy, illustrated by Kristen Adam
There Was an Old Lady Who Picked a Pumpkin! by Lucille Colandro, illustrated by Jared Lee

Songs & Rhymes

Pumpkin Chant – Jbrary
Falling Leaves – Music Time Kids
I’m a Nut – The Kiboomers

Crafts & Activities

Finger Paint Fall Tree – So Dang Fun
Apple Printing – Tinkerlab
Bubble Wrap Pumpkin – Happy Toddler Playtime

Storytime Theme: Fall