Can you feel it?
The weather is cooling, and the unmistakable excitement of spooky season is near. Perfect for introducing your little ones to the offerings of fall—its smells, colors, and feelings—warm up with these satisfying reads.
From kid-friendly spooky stories to autumnal activities, there is much to choose from on this list.
So, snuggle up with your loved ones by the fire, and embrace the arrival of cozy season by keeping the pages turning! So here are 8 cozy fall children's books.

Sisters in the Wind
Selected as a Good Morning America Book Club Pick, this daring mystery follows Lucy Smith as she navigates the world following the loss of her father. Without him, she’d rather be on the run than absorbed as a “ward of the state.”
But when the charming Mr. Jameson comes around with his supposed friend, a tall, striking woman, Lucy wonders if they could give her a home after all. Soon, they reveal the truth to Lucy about her past, that she is Ojibwe and has dozens of family members waiting for her.
First, Lucy must outrun those who are intent on capturing her—and the secrets that conspire to steal her dream, which is so close to becoming a reality.

Tuck Everlasting
Described by Harper's as "Probably the best work of our best children's novelist," this special 50th Anniversary Edition renews a classic. A young girl, Winnie Foster, discovers a hidden spring in the forest, and there, she meets the Tuck Family.
They reveal to Winnie the spring's life-changing power, and now, she must decide what to do with this discovery.
But there is a stranger who is also interested in its abilities, and the Tucks themselves, and will stop at nothing to get what he wants.

The Scariest Campfire Story You’ve Ever Heard
Bigfoot is a legendary figure that is often whispered about around campfires. But, one moonlit night, the myth becomes a reality. In the shadows beyond the tent of two boys and their father, they discover a towering visitor…
Will they be able to outwit the creature, or will they themselves become another subject around the fire? Find out in this enchanting story, perfect for Halloween or your next campout.

The Scariest Story You’ve Ever Heard
As the lights dim, noises begin to crop up around the room shared by two brothers. If they ever want a chance to fall asleep, they must locate the strange sounds before it’s too late!
This spooky rompy is ideal for young readers, with just the right touch of scares and a laugh-out-loud twist.

My Sticker Dress-Up: Wicked Witches
Turn children away from the screens and into the wonderful land of Oz with this sticker book! Use the stickers to dress up various witches-in-training, to get them ready for their first day at the Wicked Witches Academy.
With over five pages of reusable clothing, the choices are endless. Let your little ones' creativity soar to new heights—and who knows, maybe they’ll even defy gravity!

Where's the Leaf Thief?
Squirrel and Bird are on a mission to find the Leaf Thief. Are they in the birdhouse or behind the tree stump?
Follow along on their journey, where they encounter numerous discoveries!

Arthur Jumps into Fall
Arthur is tasked with raking all of the leaves in the backyard, but there’s just one problem: he can’t help but jump in them!
From the creative producer of PBS’s Peabody and Emmy Award-winning TV series, help Arthur finish his tasks, and embark on an autumn adventure along the way.

Minnie & Moo

It’s a cozy fall day, and the sun is shining on the First Annual Hoot, Holler, and Moo Talent Festival.
Minni and Moo are dressed in their best outfits, Elvis is ready with the bagpipe, the hyenas are tasked with bringing the laughs, the fox is set with magic trips, the sheep is prepared with a protest poem, and the cash is stashed away in a safe place.
But, wait, where is the cash box? And why are those coyotes running away? Unravel the mystery in this tale of good fun.
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