Autumn Leaves (magazine) facts for kids
Autumn Leaves (1888–1929) was a special magazine for children and young people. It was the very first children's magazine published by the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (RLDS Church). The magazine was printed in Lamoni, Iowa. A woman named Marietta Walker was its editor. She also helped edit another church magazine called Zion's Hope. Marietta Walker worked with the church her whole life.
The main goal of Autumn Leaves was to help young boys and girls get ready for adult life. It taught them about important responsibilities. The magazine often included stories and articles that young people could understand and relate to. Over the years, 45 different collections of Autumn Leaves were published. Each one talked about important life lessons for growing up. In 1929, the magazine changed its name to Vision. It stopped being published in 1932. Many important writers contributed to the magazine. One of the most famous was Joseph Smith III. He was the President of the RLDS Church and started Graceland University.
Why Autumn Leaves Was Important
This magazine played a very important part in the RLDS Church. It was the first magazine made just for children in the church. This helped younger generations learn about the church's beliefs and ways more easily. It gave them a special way to connect with their faith as they grew up.
