Pinky and Rex and the Perfect Pumpkin

Pinky’s grandparents have a tradition of pumpkin picking with the grandkids and Rex. Rex is known to them as good-as-a-granddaughter. They also join a cousin Abby to pick pumpkins. Usually, it’s Pinky, Abby and Rex who leave out Amanda - the little sister. Something is different this year. Rex is fe......more

I would likely give this book either two and a half or three stars. I love this simple, sweet, aching story. We're fortunate to have James Howe, who is willing and able to create meaningful stories with depth for kids who are just beginning to read. The ache of feeling left out that follows Rex most......more

Jealousy almost destroys the friendship of Rex and Pinky's family when the Halloween pumpkin hunt causes problems.......more