Duck & Goose, Find a Pumpkin
#10 of 14 in Duck & Goose Series
What’s inside...
Duck and Goose, two very best friends, stumble across a beautiful pumpkin in the autumn leaves. After some playful banter, they embark on an exciting hunt to find their very own pumpkin. Join them in this fall-themed board book by New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Tad Hills. Now an animated series, available to stream on Apple TV+, Duck & Goose look everywhere for a pumpkin - in the apple tree, in the leaf pile, and inside a hollow log. Perfect for your favorite fall holidays and a fun read-a-long for fans of Duck and Goose any time of year!
Discussion points
What do you think Duck and Goose will find on their adventure?
Why do you think Duck and Goose want to find a pumpkin?
How do Duck and Goose work together and how does it help them?
Can you think of a time when you worked together with a friend to find or create something? What happened?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to predict what might happen next in the story to enhance their anticipation and engagement. Discuss the themes of friendship and cooperation by relating it to your child's personal experiences with friends. Ask your child how the characters might be feeling at different points in the story to inspire empathy and emotional understanding. Share a personal story about a time you worked together with someone to achieve a goal, making the reading experience more relatable and memorable.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Duck and Goose work together to find a pumpkin, showcasing the importance of collaboration.
Real-World Application: Children learn to cooperate with others to achieve common goals, enhancing their social skills and ability to work in groups.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The characters encounter various obstacles in their search and must think creatively to overcome them.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to use their imagination and critical thinking skills to solve problems they face in school or at home.
Example Lesson: Persistence
Explanation: Despite initial setbacks, Duck and Goose continue their search for the pumpkin, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: Children understand the value of persisting through difficulties to achieve their objectives, which is crucial in all aspects of life.
Example Lesson: Exploration and curiosity
Explanation: The story encourages exploring new environments as Duck and Goose look in different places.
Real-World Application: Promotes a sense of adventure and learning in children, encouraging them to discover and learn about the world around them.
Example Lesson: Joy of sharing
Explanation: The shared goal brings Duck and Goose closer, culminating in the joy of finding the pumpkin together.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of sharing experiences and joys with others, fostering a sense of community and friendship.