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The Pumpkin Who was Afraid of the Dark

By Michelle Robinson

Adjectives

heartwarming reassuring vibrant

Genres

Feelings/Wellbeing Friendship/Family Horror/Spooky

Synopsis

Boo, the littlest pumpkin, dreads Halloween because she's afraid of the dark. She dislikes trick-or-treating and the spooky festivities. However, upon meeting a boy who shares her fears, Boo discovers that Halloween—and the dark—might not be as frightening as she imagined. Together, they embark on a journey that helps them overcome their fears and embrace the fun and magic of the season.

About the author

Michelle Robinson is a much-loved UK author who writes funny and imaginative books for children. She is best known for her picture books like 'Ten Fat Sausages' and 'There's a Lion in My Cornflakes'. Michelle enjoys making stories that make readers laugh and think, and she hopes her books inspire children to enjoy reading.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

2022

Community rating

Average score: 4.33

From 6 readers

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