15 Pumpkin Books for Kids To Use Throughout Your Curriculum
1. “Pumpkin Soup” by Helen Cooper: A heartwarming story about three animal friends who make their favorite pumpkin soup together.
2. “Pumpkin Jack” by Will Hubbell: Follow the life cycle of a pumpkin from seed to decomposition, teaching kids about nature and the seasons.
3. “The Runaway Pumpkin” by Kevin Lewis: Join a group of siblings as they chase a runaway pumpkin through their farm, filled with colorful illustrations.
4. “Too Many Pumpkins” by Linda White: Rebecca Estelle finds herself with too many pumpkins, leading to creative solutions for her pumpkin problem.
5. “Pumpkin Day, Pumpkin Night” by Anne Rockwell: Explore the fun and excitement of Halloween with this charming book that highlights the activities associated with pumpkin carving.
6. “The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything” by Linda Williams: A funny and engaging book about a brave old lady who encounters various spooky objects, including a pumpkin.
7. “Big Pumpkin” by Erica Silverman: Follow the journey of a witch, a ghost, a vampire, and other Halloween creatures as they try to pull a big pumpkin off its vine.
8. “Pumpkin Circle: The Story of a Garden” by George Levenson: Learn about the life cycle of a pumpkin through stunning photographs, showcasing each stage of growth.
9. “How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin?” by Margaret McNamara: Explore the concept of estimation as Mr. Tiffin challenges his students to guess how many seeds are in different-sized pumpkins.
10. “The Legend of Spookley the Square Pumpkin” by Joe Troiano: Discover the importance of accepting differences and promoting inclusivity through this tale of a unique square pumpkin.
11. “From Seed to Pumpkin” by Jan Kottke: A simple and informative book that explains the process of growing a pumpkin with colorful illustrations and clear text.
12. “The Pumpkin Book” by Gail Gibbons: This educational book covers various pumpkin-related topics, including pumpkin facts, growth, and different varieties.
13. “Seed, Sprout, Pumpkin, Pie” by Jill Esbaum: Take a journey from seed to pumpkin pie, exploring the farm, harvesting, and making a delicious treat.
14. “It’s Pumpkin Time!” by Zoe Hall: Join a brother and sister as they plant, care for, and harvest their own pumpkin patch, with detailed instructions for growing pumpkins.
15. “The Pumpkin Patch” by Elizabeth King: Follow the adventures of a little girl and her dog as they explore a pumpkin patch, highlighting the joy of autumn festivities.