BLOGS > OCTOBER 13, 2025
BY FOLLETT CONTENT
Motivate students to read with these seasonally themed books from Capstone Publishing! Spark their interest with books focusing on holidays they know and love and give them the chance to discover new ones they’ve never heard of.
By Katy Hudson
Lower Elementary
Timid Hedgehog wants to build a special house this year, but first she must get the pumpkin she selected home – a task that requires her to overcome her fears and ask for help from some other animals.
By Katy Hudson
Lower Elementary
Tortoise assumes he isn’t missing much by sleeping through winter, but his friends are determined to prove otherwise! This charming picture book proves winter can be magical if you have friends by your side.
By Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Upper Elementary
Create fun this fall with 12 festive crafts that celebrate holidays from around the world. From yarn apples for the Jewish holiday Rosh Hashanah to soothing slime that marks World Mental Health Day, it’s always the season for crafting!
By Kristen McCurry
Lower Elementary
From Sports Illustrated Kids comes a tale about a young boy who hits the slopes for the first time. His older sister teaches him how to shred the snow until it’s time to put away the equipment and say goodnight. Great for young sports fans!
By Tamara J. M. Peterson
Upper Elementary
Turn everyday ingredients into holiday dishes that look beautiful and taste even better! Arrange a delicious and colorful charcuterie board for Hanukkah, bake crescent roll cornucopias for Thanksgiving, layer a vibrant smoothie bowl for Juneteenth, and more.
By Rebecca Felix
Upper Elementary
Looking to celebrate a holiday in style? Think mini! Tiny holiday crafts can be a ton of fun, and with easy instructions and step-by-step photos, this book helps readers become miniature masters.
By Fran Manushkin
Lower Elementary
It’s winter festival time! There are games, a snowman contest, skating, and of course, treats, but the festival turns out to not be much fun for protagonist Pedro. His snow dog is a flop, and he falls flat on the ice. Will Pedro keep his cool and find a way to have fun?
By John Sazaklis
Lower Elementary
Annamaria and Eirini are twin sisters who disagree about everything, but when Eirini uses a spell to turn her sister’s snowman into a monster, the two of them have to work together to defeat the out-of-control snow monster.
By Katy Hudson
Lower Elementary
From best-selling author and illustrator Katy Hudson comes a brilliant showcase of self-awareness, friendship, and the difference between being confident and being arrogant in this entertaining picture book.
By Katy Hudson
Lower Elementary
Squirrel loves flying through the autumn leaves at full speed! But pump the brakes, because this year, The Golden Nut Hunt race is a team event. Will her competitive spirit take over or will she learn how to be a team player?
By Fran Manushkin
Lower Elementary
When Koko, Katie’s new white puppy, is scared by a noisy truck and runs away, Katie and Pedro try to track her down in the snow. Will they finally find Koko, even with the several false leads they run into?
By Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Upper Elementary
Have fun this winter by celebrating holidays from around the world with festive crafts! This book teaches readers how to construct a papier-mâché lantern to mark Chinese New Year, design colorful bunting to honor Black History Month, and more.
Don’t delay! Pick up these top seasonal titles from Capstone Publishing today to celebrate the holidays with your students.
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