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20 Great Toddler Books about Apples

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Get ready to crunch into the cozy season with our list of 20 Toddler Books about Apples!

Whether your little one loves apple picking, baking apple pies, or simply the crisp taste of this fall favorite, these books are perfect for celebrating autumn.

These books are great to read before trying on of our fun toddler apple crafts & activities.

20 Great Toddler Books About Apples

Apple Books for Toddlers

From orchards to kitchens, these stories are filled with colorful illustrations and sweet adventures that capture the essence of fall.

Ten Apples Up On Top! by Dr. Seuss (written as Theo. LeSieg)

Three friends, a lion, a dog, and a tiger, engage in a balancing act, trying to see who can balance the most apples on their head. This fun, rhythmic book combines counting and playful competition in a silly story that’s perfect for young readers.

You can find this HERE on Amazon.

Apple Farmer Annie by Monica Wellington

20 Great Toddler Books About Apples

Annie is an apple farmer who grows, harvests, and sells her apples at the market. This colorful book introduces children to the process of apple farming, from picking apples to baking apple treats, with simple text and engaging illustrations.

You can find this HERE on Amazon

The Apple Pie Tree by Zoe Hall

Follow the growth of an apple tree through the seasons, from blossoms in the spring to ripe apples in the fall. This book provides a gentle introduction to the life cycle of an apple tree and ends with a tasty apple pie recipe to try at home.

You can find this apple book HERE on Amazon

Apples A to Z by Margaret McNamara

20 Great Toddler Books About Apples

This alphabet book takes readers through everything there is to know about apples, from different varieties to apple-related activities.

With fun facts and colorful illustrations, it’s an educational and engaging way to explore the world of apples.

You can find this book HERE on Amazon

Apple by Nikki McClure

Through simple, black-and-white illustrations with a splash of red, this book traces the journey of an apple from tree to table. The minimal text allows children to focus on the visual storytelling, making it a great choice for toddlers and preschoolers.

You can find this book HERE on Amazon

Apple Picking Day! by Candice Ransom

Join a family on their exciting trip to the apple orchard, where they pick apples, enjoy the fall weather, and spend time together. This cheerful, rhyming book captures the joy of apple-picking and the simple pleasures of autumn.

You can find this book HERE on Amazon

The Seasons of Arnold's Apple Tree by Gail Gibbons

Arnold loves his apple tree and cares for it through all four seasons, from blossoming in spring to harvesting apples in fall.

This informative book offers a look at how apple trees change throughout the year and the activities they inspire.

You can find this apple themed book HERE on Amazon

Up, Up, Up! It’s Apple-Picking Time by Jody Fickes Shapiro

20 Great Toddler Books About Apples

In this story, a family goes on an annual apple-picking trip to their grandparents' farm, enjoying the crisp fall weather and the bounty of apples. It’s a warm tale about family traditions and the joy of harvesting fresh apples together.

You can find this book HERE on Amazon.

Apples and Pumpkins by Anne Rockwell

A little girl visits an apple orchard with her family, where they pick apples and choose a pumpkin for Halloween.

This book celebrates the fall season with simple text and warm illustrations, making it perfect for autumn reading.

You can find this book HERE on Amazon.

Apple Trouble! by Ragnhild Scamell

Hedgehog finds herself in a sticky situation when an apple gets stuck on her back and other objects start piling up.

This funny story about problem-solving and friendship is full of fun and adventure - perfect for the toddler age group!

Get your copy HERE on Amazon.

The Apple Pie That Papa Baked by Lauren Thompson

20 Great Toddler Books About Apples

In this rhythmic and cumulative tale, a father bakes a delicious apple pie for his daughter, with each ingredient traced back to nature.

This book is a love letter to apple pie and the simple joys of home and family.

Get your copy HERE on Amazon.

Apples, Apples, Apples by Nancy Elizabeth Wallace

Follow a family of rabbits as they go apple picking and learn all about apples, from different varieties to fun facts.

The book includes apple-themed activities and a recipe, making it an interactive and educational read for young children.

Get your copy of Apples, Apples, Apples HERE on Amazon.

Amelia Bedelia’s First Apple Pie by Herman Parish

20 Great Toddler Books About Apples

Amelia Bedelia helps her grandparents pick apples and make her very first apple pie, but with her literal-mindedness, things don’t go quite as planned. This is a fun story that toddlers and preschoolers always enjoy.

Get your copy HERE on Amazon.

Johnny Appleseed by Jodie Shepherd

A simple retelling of the classic tale of Johnny Appleseed, who planted apple trees across America. This book i about a love for nature and apples.

Get your copy of Johnny Appleseed HERE on Amazon.

The Biggest Apple Ever by Steven Kroll

20 Great Toddler Books About Apples

Clayton and Desmond, two little mice, compete to find the biggest apple in town, but eventually learn the value of teamwork.

This charming story teaches cooperation and friendship, all wrapped up in an autumn adventure.

Get your copy HERE on Amazon.

20 Great Toddler Books About Apples

Apple Picking Time by Michele Benoit Slawson

A young girl eagerly joins her family for apple picking in the orchard, helping with the harvest and enjoying the seasonal traditions. The poetic text and nostalgic illustrations capture the essence of this cherished autumn activity.

Bad Apple: A Tale of Friendship by Edward Hemingway

20 Great Toddler Books About Apples

Mac, a good apple, befriends a worm named Will, but soon faces criticism from the other apples in the orchard.

This story about accepting differences and standing by friends is sweet and thought-provoking, with a focus on friendship and kindness.

Get your copy HERE on Amazon.

Our Apple Tree by Gorel Kristina Naslund

20 Great Toddler Books About Apples

Two children observe their apple tree throughout the year, watching it bloom, grow fruit, and finally produce apples in the fall.

This gentle story highlights the beauty of nature and the cycle of growth, making it a lovely introduction to the seasons.

Get your copy HERE on Amazon.

The Apple Doll by Elisa Kleven

Lizzy makes a doll out of an apple to keep her company on her first day of school, but things don’t go as expected. This story blends creativity, friendship, and the joy of making something special from nature’s gifts.

Get your copy HERE on Amazon

Ten Red Apples by Pat Hutchins

20 Great Toddler Books About Apples

A farmer’s ten red apples are eaten one by one by his animals, until there’s just one left for him and his wife. With its rhythmic text and counting theme, this playful story is perfect for teaching numbers and the concept of sharing.

Get Ten Red Apples HERE on Amazon.

As you explore these 20 Toddler Books about Apples, you’ll find endless ways to celebrate the beauty and joy of fall with your little one.

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