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by Junia Wonders (Author), Daniela Volpari (Illustrator)
A whimsical pumpkin chase that celebrates community, sharing, and the magic of fall!
When Marla Little's giant pumpkin rolls away, she dashes after it-only to find the whole town joining the chase. From the farmer to the baker and the milkman to the butcher, everyone wants a piece of the action... until a delicious surprise brings them all together!
Awards & Recognition:
★ 2024 Readers' Favorite Gold Medal - Children's Action
★ 2022 Purple Dragonfly Book Award - Early Readers, Best Illustrations, Holiday
"Marla Little's pumpkin is rolling away! Can she catch it before it's gone forever? Readers both young and young at heart will delight in this lovely, whimsical tale." -BookBub
Why families love The Roll-Away Pumpkin:
- Perfect for Halloween, fall and Thanksgiving storytime
- Ideal for ages 2-5 - toddlers, preschool and early readers
- A delightful rhyming picture-book read-aloud
- Teaches values of community, sharing and cooperation
- A seasonal gift book with warm, whimsical illustrations
The Roll-Away Pumpkin is a joyful autumn picture book with catchy rhymes, enchanting art and a silly chase that keeps kids giggling until the very last page. Parents, teachers and grandparents will love sharing this festive tale year after year.
Perfect for:
- Halloween bedtime stories
- Fall read-alouds for preschool and kindergarten
- Pumpkin patch and harvest-themed classroom books
- Seasonal gifts for toddlers and young children
- Families who love Room on the Broom, The Leaf Thief or The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything
Bring home this award-winning fall classic today-and make it a seasonal tradition your family will treasure!
