The Pumpkin Thief

Part of the The Leaf Thief series

A mystery unfolds as pumpkins vanish. Is there a thief or a trick?

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Squirrel and Bird face a puzzling mystery in the vegetable patch—pumpkins are disappearing, leaving behind footprints and feathers. As Halloween approaches, they must uncover the truth: is there a pumpkin thief, or is something else at play? With jack-o’-lanterns mysteriously appearing on neighbors' doorsteps, the stakes are high in this vibrant, whimsical adventure. Join Squirrel on a quest filled with Halloween magic and unexpected twists. Will they solve the mystery before the big night? Dive into this enchanting tale and discover the secrets hidden in the forest.

From the publisher

From New York Times bestselling author of The Leaf Thief comes the funny Halloween-y companion picture book!Squirrel and Bird are back, and this time there’s a mystery in the vegetable patch! Bird’s pumpkins keep disappearing, and this time there’s EVIDENCE–footprints, peck-marks, a feather! There is a PUMPKIN THIEF!With vibrant art and captivating characters, the magic of Halloween’s preparations are captured beautifully on each page as readers tag along on Squirrel’s forest adventure. Is there truly a pumpkin thief on the loose, or is something else going on? And does it have anything to do with the jack-o’-lanterns appearing on his neighbor’s doorsteps?Bonus material explaining Halloween’s traditions. Poised to be a new classic.Pick up The Pumpkin Thief if you are looking for: A classic read for ages 4 and upBooks for Halloween, ideal for your classroom, homeschool curriculum, and more!Seasonal and educational stories about the changing seasons

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