As a mom of 5 yrs old, I prefer a book which can introduce something new to him but at the same time, it would make him fit for the world we are approaching. It was easy to read. And this is the perfect bedtime read for any kid. It shows how plants grow. It introduces the basics of gardening to the children. The illustrations are bright and perfect. I have no idea that there was a pumpkin race conducted every year until I read this book. After reading this book my kid wants to explore that idea with all the fruits and vegetables

Given that this was a book about growing plants, I thought I had a pretty good idea where the plot was going. To my surprise, it took a joyful turn and taught me about an unusual local tradition, which made it a very satisfying book. It's always fun to find a short playful stories that takes unexpected directions.

This is a lovely story of being patient with gardening and appreciating the pumpkin process without rushing straight to making pumpkin pie or eating the seeds or getting disappointed when you don't win a competition.

And yet, now all I want is pumpkin pie *hungry noises*

And oh my gosh, how did I not know pumpkin racing was a thing?? This is the best thing EVER! There's an information section at the back of the book that tells you about the pumpkin races in Nova Scotia, and I'm stunned that I never knew about them cos I lived in Nova Scotia for a time. Add see pumpkin boat race to my list of things to do next time I can get back to Canada.

This is a great book with beautiful illustrations! The story line is wonderful and shows the many things we can do with seeds. I like the connection to real photos at the end. My children enjoyed this story and I will recommend to others with kids!

This is about a boy who grows a giant pumpkin to take to fair. Along the journey questions are asked about the different thing that are intended for the pumpkin. This introduces the different things that could be done with the pumpkin along with way. It has information at the end with lots of facts.

I love the ideas for if the boy doesn’t win the contest. They are very imaginative. This would be a great book to add to your Halloween reads or even an elementary school pumpkin lesson plan. For those looking for diversity, this book would be great!

This ARC was recieved by Netgalley in exchange of an honest review.

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Read and reviewed by seven-year-old Amy.
Someone got a pumpkin seed. Someone Else asked if he could eat the seed. Someone said that he would let the pumpkin seed grow. But does Someone Else eat the seed, or does it grows into a plant? Read the book to find out. 😊
The book is very easy to read, and I read it within 5 minutes. The illustrations were very colorful and attractive.
I learned the life-cycle of the plant. Also, different things we can make with the pumpkin.
I recommend this book for children three years and older.

Pumpkins are an in-demand topic every fall. Librarians and teachers know that it's hard to keep enough fall books on hand and this title will soon become a favorite among fall books. The story is just right for preschool and kindergarten readers and they will enjoy chiming in on the refrain. Readers will be fascinated by the idea of a pumpkin regatta. This will also be a nice title for the spring when classes are working on sprouting seeds. Sure to be a hit in classrooms!

Love that this book had a wonderful rhyming story and that it gives background about the origin of the Windsor Pumpkin Regatta, a Canadian festival. Overall a great book filled with pumpkin facts that can be referenced again and again.

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It's a really fun book. I can imagine a little kid screaming "Let it grow!" and "Oh no!" while listening to the story. It shows how to be patient, the cycle of a plant, a pumpkin, and what to do with all of it when it's all grown. Also, the illustrations are wonderful.

I think it's educational and perfect for autumn!

This book would be wonderful to use in a classroom during the autumnal season. Children of all ages are able to learn about the growth cycle of a well-beloved plant. You could use this book for so many activities in science and during halloween!

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This was a super cute little picture book about a little boy growing a pumpkin. The font and illustrations are beautiful, and the storyline is very simple to follow.

But...

With my teacher head on, I can see so much potential for discussion that could stem from this book,

*diversity
*family
*the life cycle of plants
*different things that can be produced from one seed
*patience
*height, weight and capacity
*den making
*racing giant pumpkins
*stem activities such as creating your own floating boat, or seeing what vegetables float when hollowed out.

I really feel like this is a book that keeps giving 🙂

4/5

This is an enjoyable book for reading practice. There is some repetition about declining the next step in the growing process and insight into the growing fruit process in a child-centred way. It could probably do with slightly less pages for the level the book is pitched at.

The pictures are pretty. The language is pitched just right for young primary school-aged kids. As a bonus, there are two pages of photos and facts at the end. A perfect read just before the onslaught of spring to encourage children to buy into the 'grow-your-own' regime.

I think my children would quite enjoy this book. 4/5!

This is a cute picture book showing the process of planting things in a way that even the youngest reader will like. Recommended for 1-100. ;)

This children’s book teaches how a pumpkin grows than what different things we can do with a pumpkin. It is an adorable book that put a smile on my face. The illustrations are also amazing. It is perfect for the fall season.

Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for letting me read this book in exchange for an honest review.

This book is the perfect addition to our fall pumpkin theme. Not only does it explore the life cycle of the pumpkin seed but goes beyond that to explore the various other ways to use pumpkins. I love the addition of actual photographs and extra information about pumpkin regattas. This would be a great wrap up to the unit with its connections to sink/float. Great pictures, representation of students and family (love the father/son visual) and I enjoyed the element of a pattern in the writing to further engage young learners. Would definitely love to add this to my home and classroom libraries.

An informative book with good dialogue. Kids will enjoy seeing the beautiful pictures and reading what the child in the book is doing. This book has good flow and is quick to read with words kids can sound out.

This children's book is an adventure in the creation of growing a pumpkin. With colorful illustrations and some back ground to real adventures in growing pumpkins, you and your child will be engaged in the smallest of seeds to the biggest of pumpkins. Have you ever head of making a boat of a pumpkin? That would have to be very big and believe it or not their are some pictures to attest.

Not only are pumpkins the star of this read but a variety of characters in community makes it just as special.

A special thank you to Capstone Edition and Netgalley for the ARC and the opportunity to post an honest review

This book does a great job going through the process a plant takes to grow. I liked how the character doesn’t just eat the plant, but there is a purpose for them to grow the pumpkin. I think kids would be interested in seeing how bog pumpkins can get and to think that they could be used as a boat. Very interesting. Many different conversations could be had from this book. Nicely written !

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book. Unfortunately, I do not have the capability to read it not in kindle form. Thank you.

OMG I just love pumpkins and this book is all about them! Beautiful illustrations of huge pumpkins and I really enjoyed seeing what becomes of the pumpkins after the weigh in at the fair. Such a fun read especially around harvest time, Halloween and Autumn. I highly recommend it for kids of all ages. Thanks #Netgalley for the early review copy!