Squash & Pumpkin

Written by G.G. McQueen · Illustrated by Michael Slack

Acorn Squash challenges Pumpkin for autumn's spotlight in a seasonal rivalry.

3.7/5 Goodreads · 166 ratings

32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Acorn Squash is tired of living in Pumpkin's shadow every fall. Determined to prove her worth, she embarks on a quest to become the new autumn favorite. As she sets up her booth at the harvest festival, unexpected alliances form, and Acorn discovers that friendship might be the true spice of the season. Will Acorn Squash step into the limelight, or will Pumpkin remain the queen of autumn? Dive into this delightful tale of rivalry, self-discovery, and the power of unity.

From the publisher

It’s a pumpkin spice showdown! Acorn Squash wants her fair share of the seasonal spotlight in this hilarious “odd couple” picture book with plenty of fall flair. “This fall-themed story of friendship is bursting with puns and adorable, big-eyed vegetables.”–School Library Journal It’s not easy being best friends with Pumpkin. Each fall, she’s everyone’s favorite gourd. The queen of lattes, the ultimate pie, the STAR of autumn–pumpkin spice is EVERYWHERE! But now Acorn Squash has #SquashGoals. She’s going to prove she has something to offer too. Voila! It’s Acorn Squash everything! In this heartwarming and humorous tale of seasonal rivalry, plucky Acorn Squash is determined to step out of Pumpkin’s trendy shadow and into the autumnal limelight. From a harvest festival booth to an unexpected partnership, this story of friendship and self-discovery will teach kids that everyone has something special to offer, and being someone’s favorite can be the best feeling of all. Join the adventure as Squash and Pumpkin unite, proving that together they are the true spice of the season!

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