The Ugly Pumpkin
The Ugly Pumpkin by Dave Horowitz is an illustrated book published by Penguin on August 15, 2017. This 32-page story presents a unique twist on the classic tale of The Ugly Duckling, focusing on themes of acceptance and belonging during the changing seasons of Halloween and Thanksgiving.
In this narrative, the Ugly Pumpkin waits through October, hoping to be chosen, but his unusual appearance leaves him overlooked. As he embarks on a journey to find a place where he fits in, readers will explore social themes related to emotions and feelings. By the time Thanksgiving arrives, the Ugly Pumpkin learns an unexpected truth about his identity, making this story a thoughtful exploration of self-discovery and acceptance.
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Perfect for the changing seasons, this wacky twist on The Ugly Duckling is a great read for Halloween and Thanksgiving.
The Ugly Pumpkin has waited all through October for someone to take him home, but no one wants him. He doesn’t look like other pumpkins. So the lonely Ugly Pumpkin leaves the patch in search of a place where he’ll fit in. By the time Thanksgiving arrives, he discovers the truth about who he is–but it’s not what he expected!
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