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Pumpkin Time

  • Writer: coalvalleylibrary
    coalvalleylibrary
  • Sep 7
  • 3 min read

Updated: Oct 10

A collage of children's book covers featuring pumpkins. Titles include Christopher Pumpkin and The Lumpy, Bumpy Pumpkin. Bright colors.
Pumpkin Time Book Covers

Pumpkin season is here, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a pile of pumpkin-themed stories! From silly adventures in the pumpkin patch to magical, lumpy, or bold pumpkins, these books are perfect for storytime, lesson plans, or cozy reading at home. Get ready to explore, laugh, and discover all the fun that pumpkins bring to fall!


Mouse in blue overalls paints a smiling jack-o'-lantern on a large pumpkin. Autumn leaves scattered. Text: It's Pumpkin Day, Mouse!
It’s Pumpkin Day Mouse by Laura Numeroff

It’s Pumpkin Day Mouse by Laura Numeroff

Join the mouse on a day full of pumpkin fun! Kids will enjoy counting, exploring, and laughing as the little mouse celebrates pumpkin season.


Blue cat among five carved pumpkins under a full moon. A witch on a motorcycle rides above. Text reads "Pete the Cat" by James Dean.
Pete the Cat Five Little Pumpkins by James Dean

Pete the Cat Five Little Pumpkins by James Dean

Follow Pete the Cat as five little pumpkins roll into Halloween excitement! This rhythmic, playful story is perfect for counting and singing along.


An orange pumpkin with a green top on a black background, featuring the title "Stumpkin" and author "Lucy Ruth Cummins" above.
Stumpkin by Lucy Ruth Cummins

Stumpkin by Lucy Ruth Cummins

A lonely pumpkin wants to become a Halloween star! This funny story shows how persistence and a little creativity can make dreams come true.


Two kids with raised arms stand on a giant pumpkin, surrounded by birds and a red ladder. Text reads: "How Big Could Your Pumpkin Grow?"
How Big Could Your Pumpkin Grow? by Wendell Minor

How Big Could Your Pumpkin Grow? by Wendell Minor

Imagine the biggest pumpkin you can grow! This colorful book teaches about growth, patience, and the magic of fall gardening.


A smiling girl in pigtails is surrounded by carved pumpkins. The book title "I Like Pumpkins" is on top, with a playful, festive vibe.
I Like Pumpkins by Jerry Smath

I Like Pumpkins by Jerry Smath

Celebrate pumpkins in every way, carving, baking, and playing! A simple and cheerful introduction to the joys of pumpkin season.


A swirl of pumpkins forms a spiral on the left; text "Pumpkin Town!" is on the right. A whimsical house and cow are set against a light background.
Pumpkin Town by Katie McKy

Pumpkin Town by Katie McKy

Welcome to Pumpkin Town, where the residents and pumpkins are full of surprises! A lively story perfect for storytelling and imaginative play.


Children holding pumpkins on a book cover with text "Andy Shane and the Pumpkin Trick" by Jennifer Richard Jacobson. Vibrant colors.
Andy Shane and the Pumpkin Trick by Jennifer Richard Jacobson

Andy Shane and the Pumpkin Trick by Jennifer Richard Jacobson

Andy Shane discovers that pumpkins can be tricky! This story is full of humor, clever twists, and fall-themed fun.


A giant pumpkin with the title "A Bold Pumpkin Plan." A raccoon holds a sign with "Katy Hudson." A hedgehog stands nearby. Night sky background.
A Bold Pumpkin Plan by Katy Hudson

A Bold Pumpkin Plan by Katy Hudson

One pumpkin has a big idea, and nothing can stop it! A story about courage, planning, and taking bold steps in the pumpkin patch.


Smiling pumpkin with glasses on purple background with bats and a castle. Text: Christopher Pumpkin by Sue Hendra, Paul Linnet.
Christopher Pumpkin by Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet

Christopher Pumpkin by Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet

Christopher is a pumpkin with big dreams! A heartwarming story about friendship, bravery, and embracing what makes you unique.


Smiling pumpkin on a roof with text "A Day at the Pumpkin Farm" by Deb Skog, illustrated by Joe Chouinard. Blue sky background.
A Day at the Pumpkin Farm by Deb Skog

A Day at the Pumpkin Farm by Deb Skog

Spend a full day exploring pumpkin farms with all the sights, smells, and activities of fall! A perfect read for celebrating harvest season.


Unicorns in a pumpkin patch under a full moon with a scarecrow. "The Haunted Pumpkin Patch" text. Bright, colorful, magical scene.
The Haunted Pumpkin Patch by Amy Krouse Rosenthal

The Haunted Pumpkin Patch by Amy Krouse Rosenthal

Pumpkins have spooky fun in this Halloween tale! Kids will love the playful scares and imaginative twists in the patch.


Dog in red scarf stacks pumpkins with crow and mouse, surrounded by plants. Text: "How to Help a Pumpkin Grow" by Ashley Wolff.
How to Help a Pumpkin Grow by Ashley Wolff

How to Help a Pumpkin Grow by Ashley Wolff

Learn the steps to grow your own pumpkin from seed to harvest! A gentle, educational story full of illustrations and practical tips.


Animals gather around a giant pumpkin in a forest. A fox, rabbit, beaver, raccoon, mouse, and bird look surprised. Text: "IT'S A PUMPKIN!"
It’s a Pumpkin by Wendy McClure

It’s a Pumpkin by Wendy McClure

Discover all the different ways pumpkins appear in fall! This bright and fun book celebrates pumpkins big and small.


Smiling orange pumpkin surrounded by colorful autumn leaves. Title: "Little Orange Pumpkin". Text by Erin Guendelsberger, art by Jennifer Zivoin.
Little Orange Pumpkin by Erin Guendelsberger

Little Orange Pumpkin by Erin Guendelsberger

Follow the journey of a tiny pumpkin finding its place in the patch! A cute, simple story ideal for toddlers and preschoolers.


A smiling pumpkin with a mouse and green leaves. Title: "The Lumpy, Bumpy Pumpkin" by Sydney Hanson. Sunny, cheerful garden scene.
The Lumpy, Bumpy Pumpkin by Sydney Hanson

The Lumpy, Bumpy Pumpkin by Sydney Hanson

This pumpkin isn’t perfect, but it’s full of charm! Kids will giggle as they follow the adventures of a very unusual pumpkin.


A carved jack-o'-lantern emits smoke, surrounded by leaves. Text: "The Magic Pumpkin" by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault, illustrated by Robert J. Lee.
The Magic Pumpkin by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault

The Magic Pumpkin by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault

A magical pumpkin brings surprises and joy to everyone who encounters it! A whimsical story perfect for imaginative readers.


A farmer holds a chicken, walking toward a barn. A giant pumpkin, autumn leaves, a black cat, a cow, and a pig surround her. Text: Mrs. McMurphy's Pumpkin.
Mrs. McMurphy’s Pumpkin by Rick Walton

Mrs. McMurphy’s Pumpkin by Rick Walton

Mrs. McMurphy has the most enormous pumpkin in town! A funny and engaging story about pumpkins, community, and harvest celebrations.

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