With the heat
this summer many of us have been gleefully anticipating autumn’s cool
temperatures. I particularly enjoy
autumn because of the crop of new book titles. Below is a list of some of the
newest children’s book about autumn.
Bruce
Goldstone’s "Awesome Autumn" is an over-sized photo celebration of all things
fall. Topics include why leaves change color, harvest time, wearing heavier
clothes, migration of birds and animals, football and Thanksgiving. Not only
does Goldstone provide a comprehensive look at autumn, he even includes craft
activities specific to fall such as making a gourd goose. Recommended for ages
4-8.
Eugenie
Fernandes ‘ "Kitten’s Autumn" is just right for toddlers. They can easily follow
kitten’s exploration of nature as the animals and plants prepare of fall.
Fernandes’ art work is done with self-hardening clay, acrylic paint and mix-media
collages. It almost has a 3-D look to it. 
Martha E.H.Rustad’s "Fall Weather: Cooler Temperatures" is part of a series of books all
about autumn. Each title in the series includes an activity. Other titles in
the series include Fall Apples, Fall Harvests, Fall Leaves and Fall Pumpkins.
Recommended for ages 4-7.
--Robbin O., Headquarters
