
Written by Marlane Kennedy
Can an eleven-year-old grow a giant pumpkin against all odds?
Mildred dreams of growing a one-thousand-pound pumpkin for the town's Pumpkin Show. Despite disasters and doubters, she remains determined. With her father's support and her friend Jacob by her side, can she finally succeed this year? Tornadoes, unruly dogs, and societal expectations challenge her, but Mildred's focus never wavers. Will her perseverance pay off, or will another season end in disappointment?
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