Beautiful picture books for the autumn
4 Minute ReadAutumn is a time of transformation and color. The air becomes fresher and all around us nature prepares for winter. As the days get shorter and life shifts more and more from outdoors to indoors, books are a great way to spend time together with your children.
For this blog article, we’ve picked out some of the best picture books from our Librio Library for you to enjoy in the cozier months. We hope you enjoy browsing and happy reading.
Tip Nr.1: “My 100 Words”
Why limit yourself to just one season when there are books that capture the magic of all four? “My 100 Words” is one such picture book that is enchanting for children and adults alike. Published in 2024, the picture dictionary invites you on a journey through the seasons with beautiful illustrations. What makes it special: It can be personalized and is available in both monolingual and bilingual versions. With colorful forests and captivating animals, the autumn section in “My 100 Words” is particularly atmospheric. The book is available in over 25 languages and dialects and is produced locally and as sustainably as possible.
Tip Nr.2: “The Story Orchestra: Four Seasons in one Day”
“The Story Orchestra: Four Seasons in one Day” also celebrates the beauty of autumn without forgetting the other seasons. This book introduces children to the composer and his works and allows them to immerse themselves in the world of classical music. Accompanied by Vivaldi’s music, which can be heard by pressing the built-in sound modules, reading aloud becomes a very special experience. Each page is rich in detail and color, perfectly capturing the mood of the season. In autumn, warm tones such as red, orange and gold dominate, bringing the special atmosphere of Autumn to life.
Tip Nr.3: “The Tree, The Key & Me”
While the forest outside turns into a beautiful blaze of color, in the magical world of this picture book it’s just the opposite: the forest is losing its colors. Because the witch’s muddled spells have recently turned everything gray, a solution is needed – and fast! Can the colors of the forest be saved?
“The Tree, The Key & Me” tells an imaginative forest fairy tale full of excitement and adventure – a beautiful book gift for children up to the age of seven.
Tip Nr.4: “I’m not scary!”
With charming illustrations, Raahat Kaduji sets the story of her first book against the backdrop of a golden autumn.
Poor little Bat doesn’t have it easy. Because all of the animals of the forest consider him to be some kind of dangerous monster, he spends the days alone in his gnarled old oak tree. He does enjoy passing the time by baking though and so he continues to do that until, one evening Beattie the bear finds herself in front of his home…
Tip Nr.5: “My Friend Earth”
This book by Patricia MacLachlan and Francesca Sanna introduces children to the wonders of our planet with beautiful, intense illustrations. The poetic text leaves plenty of room for the imagination and completes this work of art. The laser cuts, small holes that allow readers to look back and forward, are also cleverly done.
“My Friend Earth” is a picture book to marvel at – perfect for cozy autumn evenings!
Tip Nr. 6: “Hike”
Starting early in the morning, with hiking boots on your feet and rucksacks packed, you head out of the city and into nature: through forests and over hills and dale up to the summit.
“Hike” is an enchanting story about a strong father-child relationship and the beauty of nature. The Silent Book by Pete Oswald is suitable for children aged four and up – and for all those who are looking forward to fall but are still wistful about leaving summer behind.
Tip Nr. 7: “The Duck who didn’t like water”
What could be nicer than making yourself comfortable at home while the rain is pattering against the windows outside? Our book tip for rainy afternoons: “The duck who didn’t like water” by Steve Small.
Duck doesn’t like water. Not at all! Of course, a leaky roof on a stormy rainy night doesn’t help. And when Frog turns up lost on her doorstep, the story really gets going. Duck takes the small, wet visitor in for the time being. Together they embark on a difficult search for Frog’s home and get to know each other better and better. When Frog finally returns to his house, Duck feels lonely and it soon becomes clear: she has to get Frog back, even if she has to fight her way through rain and storms. Will she manage it?
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