The Pumpkin Thief | Hardcover Picture Book
by Raincoast Books
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Description
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 up
- Books for Halloween, ideal for your classroom, homeschool curriculum, and more!
- Seasonal and educational stories about the changing seasons
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Features
Dimensions: 10.0" W x 0.4" L x 11.0" H
Format: Picture Book
No. of Pages: 32
Publisher: Sourcebooks
Release Date: Jul 28, 2026
ISBN: 9781464268076 -
Age/Safety
Appropriate for ages: 6-8 Years
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About the Author
Alice Hemming has worked as a librarian, a website editor, and university outreach manager. She lives in Hertfordshire, England.alicehemming.co.uk
Nicola Slater is a full-time illustrator. She lives in Cheshire, England. -
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