Too Many Pumpkins
Too Many Pumpkins by Linda White is a reprint edition published by Holiday House in January 1996. This 32-page book, written in English, tells the story of Rebecca Estelle, who has a longstanding aversion to pumpkins stemming from her childhood experiences. When an enormous pumpkin unexpectedly lands in her yard, she buries the remnants, only to discover a bounty of pumpkins sprouting in her garden come autumn.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of generosity and resourcefulness as Rebecca Estelle learns to embrace the very pumpkins she once disliked. The book features vibrant illustrations that capture the essence of gardening and the changing seasons, making it suitable for young readers interested in holidays and celebrations, particularly Halloween and Thanksgiving. This engaging story offers valuable lessons about helping others and can be enjoyed both at home and in educational settings.
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What can you do with too many pumpkins?
Rebecca Estelle has hated pumpkins ever since she was a girl when pumpkins were often the only food her family had. When an enormous pumpkin falls off a truck and smashes in her yard, she shovels dirt over the pieces and forgets about them. But those slimy pumpkin smithereens sprout up in autumn, and Rebecca Estelle finds a sea of pumpkins in her garden.
A heartwarming classic for more than twenty years, this story shows what happens when one thrifty gardener figures out how to make other people happy with the squash she can’t stomach.
Filled with colorful illustrations from a season of gardening, this is a perfect book for young gardeners and pumpkin lovers. Its wonderful lesson about helping others can be appreciated in the classroom or at home.
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