Pumpkin Day at the Zoo

By Susan Meissner, Pablo Pino (Illustrator)

Zoo animals feast and play with donated pumpkins, celebrating fall's bounty.

4.2/5 Goodreads · 311 ratings

32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

When farmers donate pumpkins to the zoo, animals delight in a playful feast. Follow the rumbling wagons as they deliver autumn treats, sparking joy and teaching kids about generosity. This lively, rhyming tale invites young readers to witness the zoo's festive celebration, where sharing brings smiles and squishy squash fun. Perfect for ages 4-8, this story highlights the joy of giving and the wonders of fall, making it an ideal read for classrooms and festive occasions. Will the animals' pumpkin party inspire a new tradition of community sharing?

From the publisher

“Refreshingly, an autumn book that isn’t about Halloween.” –Kirkus ReviewsWhen farmers and pumpkin patch owners donate their pumpkins to the zoo, the animals chomp, chew, play, and give hearty hoorays for their favorite squishy squash! Grab a pumpkin and follow along as this lighthearted, lyrical zoo book for preschoolers and elementary-age kids from bestselling novelist Susan Meissner celebrates the fall season in the most entertaining way.Here come the wagons down the streets, rumbling and tumbling with pumpkin treats! Kids will love watching the zoo animals enjoy their autumn snack in this educational, rhyming story.With lively artwork from illustrator Pablo Pino, Pumpkin Day at the Zoois ideal for ages 4-8;is recommended for classrooms and libraries focused on animal life, fall festivities, and generosity;shows kids the importance of donating and repurposing excess; andis the perfect gift for National Pumpkin Day, back-to-school celebrations, Halloween, or Thanksgiving.Both humorous and educational, Pumpkin Day at the Zoo applauds all the good that comes from sharing in your community.

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