Pumpkin
Dumplin' Series
What’s inside...
An adorable little board book filled with all of your favorite Halloween things--jack o' lanterns, cheerful bats, and more! A fantastic addition to Halloween treat bags, its handy size and handle make it easy for little ones to carry wherever they go. Don't miss: Carry and Play: Christmas; Carry and Play: I Love You; Carry and Play: Snowman; and Carry and Play: Spring Friends.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
10 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did Pumpkin learn about friendship throughout the story?
How did Pumpkin show kindness to others?
Why do you think teamwork was important for the characters?
What would you do if you were in Pumpkin's situation?
How do you think Pumpkin felt when the adventure was over?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressions and different voices for each character to make the reading experience more dynamic and engaging.
After reading the book, ask your child to draw their favorite scene. Discuss why they chose that particular scene.
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences, such as a time they helped a friend or worked together with others.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next if the story continued. Discuss the possibilities together.
Point out the illustrations and ask your child to describe what they see and how it adds to the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: In 'Pumpkin', the characters learn to understand and feel for others' experiences and emotions, particularly when Pumpkin faces challenges and needs support.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by recognizing emotions in others and offering kindness and support in real-life situations.
Example Lesson: Perseverance and Resilience
Explanation: The story highlights the importance of perseverance through Pumpkin’s journey, showing that despite obstacles, persistence leads to achieving goals.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to not give up easily in their endeavors, whether in school tasks, sports, or personal goals.
Example Lesson: The Value of Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, Pumpkin and friends work together to solve problems, demonstrating how collaboration leads to success.
Real-World Application: Children learn to collaborate effectively with peers in group projects or team sports, understanding that collective effort often produces superior results.
Example Lesson: Respecting Differences
Explanation: Pumpkin interacts with various characters who are different from him, which teaches the value of accepting and celebrating individual differences.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to embrace and respect diverse cultures, abilities, and perspectives amongst their peers.
Example Lesson: Joy of Learning
Explanation: The curiosity of Pumpkin drives the narrative, showing how seeking knowledge is a delightful and enriching endeavor.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to stay curious and enthusiastic about learning, exploring new subjects and ideas eagerly.