Explore these Best Fall Read Alouds For Elementary Students!
Embrace those crips morning and the beauty of all things fall all while entertaining your kiddos with these fall-themed read alouds.
These read alouds are ideal for in-the-classroom and at-home reading sessions, morning baskets, bedtime stories, etc.
PS: Many of these books are probably available through your school or local public library. However, I will also add an Amazon link for each book if you rather purchase your own copy.
10 Best Fall Read Alouds For Elementary Students
This is a great book to use when the leaves are falling off the trees with your students as they may have similar concerns as Fetcher when they see the leaves falling off trees.
The Leaf Thief
Your students would absolutely love this suspenseful yet funny story as they try to figure out who the leaf thief is or is there even a leaf thief?!
As beautiful as the fall season is, it can also bring along emotional changes. That’s why this is one of my favorite fall-themed read-alouds because it addresses emotional issues that our kiddos face in their everyday lives.
Too Many Pumpkins by Linda White
Fall is usually the time when kids (big or small) begin to have a growing obsession with pumpkins. If you notice that theme in your classroom or at home, I highly recommend that you add this to your fall read-aloud session.
This is also a fantastic story that will remind students to be kind, and the power of sharing, and may even foster friendship and classroom community building this fall.
Need a fun pumpkin-themed no-prep activity for your toddlers this fall? You’re in luck!
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Some Leaves By Lucille Colandro
Kids love silly stories and this is probably the silliest fall-themed read-aloud ever! This story will keep your kids guessing as they wonder what the outcome will be from all the things she swallowed. An absolute must-read this fall!
Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn by Kenard Pak
Great read aloud for the first week of fall to help your kiddos with the transition from summer to fall.
The Scarecrow’s Hat by Ken Brown
This is a fantastic read aloud for October and November with a great storyline of finding creative ways to get what you want while also helping others.
So, basically, the red hen wanted the straw hat and the scarecrow wanted a walking stick. The hen found a way to help the scarecrow get his walking stick so that she could get her straw hat.
A Very Big Fall by Emmy Kastner
This is a phenomenal book to help kids embrace changes this fall and encourages discussion about seasons, feelings, and emotions.
Pumpkin Jack by Will Hubbell
This is a fantastic book that will lead to discussions about growth and transformation. It is also a great addition for your – life cycle of a pumpkin unit. You could also opt for a science experiment where you put a pumpkin in a jar and leave it there until spring next year.
The book is basically about a boy who carved a pumpkin which he named Jack. After he threw it out after Halloween, he witnessed it decomposing, and then the next spring with was reborn,
Pumpkin Soup by Helen Cooper
If you are looking to foster cooperation and friendship building in your classroom this fall – this is your go-to book! This is a beautiful story about three friends who have their own unique tasks when it comes to making pumpkin soup. However, one day one of the friends got jealous and did the other friend’s job which led to a big commotion.
Conclusion
As the fall season unfolds, these read-alouds can bring warmth, joy, and a sense of wonder to your home or classroom. Whether you’re focusing on nature, friendship, or the spirit of the season, these books are sure to engage your kiddos and encourage discussions.
Happy reading!
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