Pumpkin Book Picks for kids

Pumpkin Books for Preschoolers

Pumpkins are everywhere in the fall! They're in the garden, at the store, and in the pumpkin patch. Preschoolers get so excited about picking pumpkins, carving them, and seeing them in stories. Reading pumpkin books is a fun way to bring that excitement into the classroom or home. Some of these books are silly stories, others teach how pumpkins grow, and some share sweet lessons kids can connect with. Here are some of our favorite pumpkin books for preschoolers.

Pumpkin Book Picks your Preschoolers will Love...

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Life Cycles of Pumpkins
by Robin Nelson
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This nonfiction book explains how pumpkins grow from seeds into full fruits. It uses clear language and real photos to help preschoolers understand the plant life cycle and see how each stage connects.​

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Let’s Go to the Pumpkin Patch
by Lucy Barnard
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Explore the pumpkin patch with this story! Preschools can join in picking pumpkins, riding on hayrides, and exploring the fields.

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Stumpkin
by Lucy Ruth Cummins
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Stumpkin is a pumpkin without a stem who dreams of becoming a jack-o’-lantern. The story is both funny and heartwarming, showing preschoolers that it’s okay to be different and that everyone has value.​

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I Spy Pumpkin
by Jean Marzollo
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I-Spy books are always a favorite! A seek-and-find book where kids look for pumpkins hidden in the pictures. It’s interactive and keeps kids engaged while learning about fall.​

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From Seed to Pumpkin
by Wendy Pfeffer
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A great book that shows how a tiny seed grows into a big pumpkin. Preschoolers can see each step from planting to harvest in simple, easy-to-read text. If you're looking for an activity to pair with this book grab our Seed to Pumpkin book companion. 

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Too Many Pumpkins
by Linda White
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Rebecca Estelle’s yard is full of pumpkins, and she isn’t sure what to do with them all. Eventually, she finds a way to share them with her neighbors, teaching children about generosity, creativity, and community.​

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This Is Not a Pumpkin
by Bob Staake​
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This clever and funny book shows all the things a pumpkin isn’t, leading up to a surprise twist at the end. Preschoolers will enjoy guessing along and being surprised by the final reveal, making it perfect for Halloween or fall storytime.

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The Roll-Away Pumpkin
by Junia Wonders
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In this rhyming story, a pumpkin rolls away and everyone in town joins the chase to catch it. The action-packed story and rhyming text make it fun to read aloud, and preschoolers will love joining in on the excitement.

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Splat the Cat and the Pumpkin Picking Plan
by Rob Scotton
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Splat and his friends head to the pumpkin patch with a plan, but things quickly go a little crazy! Kids will enjoy the humor, playful illustrations, and the funny situations that Splat always finds himself in.​

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Seed, Sprout, Pumpkin, Pie
by Jill Esbaum
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This book shows pumpkins growing from seeds to harvest and how they can become pumpkin pie. It mixes science and food in a fun way, helping children understand both the growing process and how pumpkins are used in real life. Grab the Seed, Sprout, Pumpkin Pie to pair along with this as you read the book with your preschoolers. A great follow-up activity.​

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Apples and Pumpkins
by Anne Rockwell
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A little girl goes to the farm to pick apples and pumpkins. Your preschoolers will love following along on the hayride and seeing all the pumpkin-picking fun.

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Pete the Cat and the Five Little Pumpkins
by James Dean
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Pete the Cat retells the classic Five Little Pumpkins rhyme with his own fun twist. Children can read along or sing the story, making it an interactive and engaging choice for storytime.​

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The Biggest Pumpkin Ever
by Steven Kroll
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Two mice secretly care for the same pumpkin, each hoping it will be the biggest. When they realize they are working together, they discover that teamwork can create something even bigger than they imagined.​

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Pumpkin, Pumpkin
by Jeanne Titherington
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Jamie plants a pumpkin seed and carefully tends it through the seasons. Preschoolers can follow the growth of the pumpkin and enjoy seeing the final harvest. The story is a great way to introduce kids to gardening!

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Reading pumpkin books is a great way to bring the fun of pumpkins into storytime. Whether you want to make kids laugh, teach them how pumpkins grow, or share lessons about kindness and teamwork, there’s a book on this list for every preschooler. Pick a few of these titles, read them aloud, and watch how excited your preschoolers get about pumpkins this season

From Seed to Pumpkin Pre-K Book Companion

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Preschool Pumpkin Activity Pack

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Seed Sprout Pumpkin Pie Pre-K Book Companion

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