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We Planted a Pumpkin

Series: In the Garden
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We Planted a Pumpkin by Rob Ramsden is a delightful children's book about the journey of planting a pumpkin seed and watching it grow over time. Through this gentle narrative, young readers learn about the cycle of nature and the joys of gardening. The vibrant illustrations and simple, engaging text make it perfect for introducing kids to the wonders of plant life.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you appreciate gentle stories about nature and gardening. Perfect for young readers, it explores the joys of planting and watching a pumpkin grow, celebrating the beauty of the natural world through charming illustrations and a simple narrative.

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Age range 3 to 6 Follow the journey of a tiny seed to a big, fat, orange pumpkin!

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Age range 3 to 6

Follow the journey of a tiny seed to a big, fat, orange pumpkin!

'Perfect for encouraging little ones to find their green fingers, get their knees muddy and have a wonderful time.' - North Somerset Book Award Blog Review

'Conveys its crucial environmental message without a hint of preachiness.'- Books for Keeps

'This simple look at a sunflower life cycle and the seasons is again pitch perfect for the very young. A small piece of brilliance.' - Red Reading Hub

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Series: In the Garden

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  • I heard a Bird
    Age range 3 to 7 The final title from IN THE GARDEN, a series to introduce very young children to the natural world. I heard a bird. I breathed in listening. I heard my breathing, my heart beating . . . A little girl hears a bird, which is frightened away by some cats fighting. As she searches for her...
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  • I saw a bee
    Age range 3 to 6 First in a series of stories which encourage young children to enjoy and appreciate the natural world. A little boy is alarmed when he discovers a bee in a box. At first, he is frightened and reacts aggressively. But gradually he realises that the bee won't harm him and that they can be friends. The...
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  • We Found a Seed
    Age range 3 to 6Second in a collection of stories which encourages young children to relate to and appreciate the natural world.A little boy and girl find a seed, and decide to keep it safe. They play with it but it doesn't grow. What must they do to make it grow, and what will happen when it flowers and dies?'This...
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    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • We Found a Seed
    A little boy and girl find a seed, and decide to keep it safe. They play with it but it doesn't grow. What must they do to make it grow? When it flowers and dies they find it has left them lots of new seeds to plant. Perfect to get children interested in gardening and introduce them to the plant...
    Hardback
    $2999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • We Planted a Pumpkin
    Age range 3 to 7Now in paperback, the third title from In the Garden, a series to introduce very young children to the natural world.Two children plant a pumpkin seed together and nurture it through the seasons, as it buds, flowers and produces a growing pumpkin. But when will it change colour and be ripe and ready to harvest?
    Paperback
    $1999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • We Planted a Pumpkin
    Age range 3 to 6Follow the journey of a tiny seed to a big, fat, orange pumpkin!'Perfect for encouraging little ones to find their green fingers, get their knees muddy and have a wonderful time.' - North Somerset Book Award Blog Review'Conveys its crucial environmental message without a hint of preachiness.'- Books for Keeps'This simple look at a sunflower life...
    Hardback
    $2999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • I Heard A Bird
    I heard a bird. I breathed in listening.I heard my breathing, my heart beating...A little girl hears a bird which is frightened away by some cats fighting. As she searches for her bird, she encounters many other intriguing animals and insects. Then, after sitting down to listen to and enjoy the sounds of nature all around, suddenly her bird comes...
    Paperback
    $2199
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • I saw a Bee
    Age range 3 to 6 First in a series of stories which encourage young children to enjoy and appreciate the natural world. A little boy is alarmed when he discovers a bee in a box. At first, he is frightened and reacts aggressively. But gradually he realises that the bee won't harm him and that they can be friends. 'Young...
    Paperback
    $2199
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    Ships in 4-6 weeks

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

We Planted a Pumpkin by Rob Ramsden is praised for its vibrant illustrations and engaging storytelling suitable for preschoolers, with older children able to read it independently. The book inspires young readers to explore gardening and nature, with colourful depictions of garden creatures that add to the experience. It is seen as a delightful introduction to the joys of planting and observing growth, making it a charming addition to any child's bookshelf.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781912650385

Publisher: Scallywag Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 September 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Scallywag Press

Illustration: Full colour throughout

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Rob Ramsden

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 240.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 395g

Pages: 32

About the Author

ROB RAMSDEN lives and works in Suffolk as an illustrator and educator. He’s the dad of the boy who saw a bee! As a keen gardener, Rob has become the student, and the pollinators have become his teachers; his type of gardening is strictly about the wildlife.

Also by Rob Ramsden

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  • I heard a Bird
    Age range 3 to 7 The final title from IN THE GARDEN, a series to introduce very young children to the natural world. I heard a bird. I breathed in listening. I heard my breathing, my heart beating . . . A little girl hears a bird, which is frightened away by some cats fighting. As she searches for her...
    Hardback
    $2999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • I saw a bee
    Age range 3 to 6 First in a series of stories which encourage young children to enjoy and appreciate the natural world. A little boy is alarmed when he discovers a bee in a box. At first, he is frightened and reacts aggressively. But gradually he realises that the bee won't harm him and that they can be friends. The...
    Hardback
    $3000
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • We Found a Seed
    Age range 3 to 6Second in a collection of stories which encourages young children to relate to and appreciate the natural world.A little boy and girl find a seed, and decide to keep it safe. They play with it but it doesn't grow. What must they do to make it grow, and what will happen when it flowers and dies?'This...
    Paperback
    $2199
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • We Found a Seed
    A little boy and girl find a seed, and decide to keep it safe. They play with it but it doesn't grow. What must they do to make it grow? When it flowers and dies they find it has left them lots of new seeds to plant. Perfect to get children interested in gardening and introduce them to the plant...
    Hardback
    $2999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • We Planted a Pumpkin
    Age range 3 to 7Now in paperback, the third title from In the Garden, a series to introduce very young children to the natural world.Two children plant a pumpkin seed together and nurture it through the seasons, as it buds, flowers and produces a growing pumpkin. But when will it change colour and be ripe and ready to harvest?
    Paperback
    $1999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • I Heard A Bird
    I heard a bird. I breathed in listening.I heard my breathing, my heart beating...A little girl hears a bird which is frightened away by some cats fighting. As she searches for her bird, she encounters many other intriguing animals and insects. Then, after sitting down to listen to and enjoy the sounds of nature all around, suddenly her bird comes...
    Paperback
    $2199
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • I saw a Bee
    Age range 3 to 6 First in a series of stories which encourage young children to enjoy and appreciate the natural world. A little boy is alarmed when he discovers a bee in a box. At first, he is frightened and reacts aggressively. But gradually he realises that the bee won't harm him and that they can be friends. 'Young...
    Paperback
    $2199
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    Ships in 4-6 weeks

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