The Pumpkin Chase
By Smangaliso Simelane
A cheeky pie thief outruns Zig and Zag—until something unexpected blocks his escape.
funny · fast-paced · playful · exciting
Genres
What is The Pumpkin Chase about?
When Miss Sunflower’s pumpkin pie is stolen, Officer Zig and Officer Zag race after the cheeky thief. The crook dashes over fires, around trees and through the streets, boasting that nobody can catch him. But the determined officers refuse to give up. As the chase grows faster and funnier, the thief finally meets an unexpected obstacle. Will Zig and Zag catch him in time and return the delicious pie so everyone can enjoy pumpkin pie for dinner?
About the author
Smangaliso Simelane is a writer from South Africa who enjoys creating lively stories for young readers. One of Smangaliso’s best-known books is The Pumpkin Chase, a funny tale about a pumpkin-stealing crook and the clever way he is caught. Smangaliso’s writing brings humour, energy and imagination to reading. Through stories, readers can explore exciting adventures, meet memorable characters and discover the joy of sharing a good book.
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
2022
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