Duck & Goose Find a Pumpkin

Reach for this book when your toddler is beginning to notice the changing seasons or when you want to introduce the concept of a harvest tradition through a lens of play. It is a perfect selection for those quiet moments before a trip to the pumpkin patch, helping to set expectations for where autumn treasures are actually found. In this gentle story, two bird friends search for a pumpkin in all the wrong places, like hollow logs and leafy trees. Through their humorous mistakes, the book highlights the joy of discovery and the value of a shared goal. The evocative oil paintings provide a rich, sensory experience that captures the warmth of fall. It is a developmentally appropriate choice for children under three, focusing on basic vocabulary and simple environmental logic while celebrating the warmth of friendship.