Autumn topic books for children
Autumn books for children in EYFS, KS1, and KS2 suitable for cross-curricular topics. Including titles by Sam Usher, Lois Ehlert, Ruth Symons, Hazel Maskell, Dianna Aston, Jessica Courtney-Tickle, and Emily Gravett.
Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
Jane Rushmore is a children’s author whose picture books are published by Owlet Press. Her work features animal characters and clear, child-friendly plots designed for discussion in early-years settings.
Rushmore’s debut, Marney’s Mix-Up, illustrated by Sally Darby, was published on 22 September 2020. The story follows a grey squirrel whose mistaken assumptions lead to an unexpected friendship, providing a starting point for conversations about similarities, differences and fairness. A companion title, Marney’s Pumpkin Mix-Up (also illustrated by Sally Darby), was released on 5 October 2021 as part of the Silly Squirrel Stories series, focusing on cooperation and problem-solving in an autumn setting.
Her books are presented in a 245 × 245 mm picture-book format, typically at 32 pages, and appear in UK retail and library catalogues. Owlet Press provides accompanying activity resources for classroom use.
Selected works: Marney’s Mix-Up (Owlet Press, 22 September 2020), illus. Sally Darby; Marney’s Pumpkin Mix-Up (Owlet Press, 5 October 2021), illus. Sally Darby.
Autumn books for children in EYFS, KS1, and KS2 suitable for cross-curricular topics. Including titles by Sam Usher, Lois Ehlert, Ruth Symons, Hazel Maskell, Dianna Aston, Jessica Courtney-Tickle, and Emily Gravett.
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