Plumply, Dumply Pumpkin
What’s inside...
Peter's looking for the perfect pumpkin. Come join the search and see what he does when he finds a pumpkin that's just right! The grinning, glowing fun is now available in a Classic Board Book™ edition! Young readers can join Peter as he searches for a perfect pumpkin!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-6
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes the pumpkin in the story special?
How do you think the characters felt when they found the perfect pumpkin?
If you could decorate a pumpkin, what would it look like?
Why do you think the pumpkin was important in the story?
What other adventures could the pumpkin have next?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story by relating it to their own experiences with pumpkins or similar events.
Utilize the illustrations in the book to ask questions about colors, shapes, and characters' expressions to deepen understanding of the story.
Prompt your child to imagine alternative endings or continuations of the story to foster creativity and narrative skills.
Discuss the significance of teamwork and collaboration as depicted in the book, relating it to real-life situations your child might encounter.
Reinforce the vocabulary used in the book by using the new words in regular conversations with your child.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: The protagonist, Peter, uses his imagination to envision various uses for his pumpkin, demonstrating creativity throughout the story.
Real-World Application: Children can apply creativity in their daily play or in solving problems by imagining multiple solutions or outcomes.
Example Lesson: Decision Making
Explanation: Peter’s journey in selecting the perfect pumpkin teaches the importance of thoughtful decision-making.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to evaluate options and make decisions in real-life scenarios, whether choosing a team in sports or picking out a library book.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: The story shows Peter persisting in finding a pumpkin that fits his vision, highlighting the value of perseverance.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to persist in their tasks, like completing a difficult puzzle or mastering a new skill in sports or arts.
Example Lesson: Appreciation of Nature
Explanation: The book places emphasis on the natural process of growing pumpkins, fostering a sense of appreciation for agriculture and nature.
Real-World Application: This lesson can prompt family discussions about where food comes from or encourage participation in gardening or other outdoor activities.
Example Lesson: Joy in Sharing
Explanation: Peter plans to use his pumpkin in a way that brings joy to others, teaching the importance of sharing and thinking of others' happiness.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to share their own things, like toys or snacks, to spread joy among friends and family.