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pumpkin story and preschool lesson and activities

Intro Lesson Plan: “It’s Pumpkin Day, Mouse!”

What you need:

Book: It’s Pumpkin Day, Mouse!  (*Amazon Affiliate Link)
Pumpkin emotions cards
Pumpkin craft activity
Mystery pumpkin clue card (optional for dramatic play)


Learning Goals and Standards:

  • Children will identify and describe emotions using pumpkin faces.
  • Children will build listening and comprehension skills through storytelling.
  • Children will engage in creative expression and seasonal vocabulary.
  • Children will practice making predictions and solving a simple mystery.