Story Notes and Extras
The Night of the Pumpkin Moon
written and presented by Sean Hunter
Talk and Discover
for parents, teachers, families and children to enjoy
Who do you think are some of the dogs and cats friends
that can see the Pumpkin Moon?
How do you think the pumpkin is chosen to become the new pumpkin moon?
How do you think the pumpkin got into the sky?
Why do you think only the dogs, the cats, and all their friends
are the only ones that can see the Pumpkin Moon?
Learning With Art
Draw a picture of a pumpkin.
Draw a picture of a Jack-O-Lantern.
Draw a picture with the stars to make the letter W.
More Talk and Discover
If you could see the Pumpkin Moon how would you celebrate?
What songs do your think the cats sing when they see the Pumpkin Moon?
What songs would you sing?
What kind of dance do you think the dogs do?
More Talk, Talk and Discover
What other colors might some of the new stars be?
If you could see one of the pumpkin stars, who would you make a wish for?
Why is it good to make a nice wish for someone?
Who is someone that you have made a nice wish for?
Using Your Imagination
Where do you think the Pumpkin Moon goes when the night has ended?
Extra Credit
What are some famous stars in the sky?
Extra, Extra Credit
What are three varieties of pumpkins?
Having More Fun
With a friend, write a poem about the pumpkin moon.
Bonus Question
How long does it take for a pumpkin to grow?
Double Bonus Question
How big can a pumpkin grow?
Extra Bonus Question
What is the record for the world’s biggest pumpkin?
Being Pumpkin Good
Besides pumpkin pie, what is something that you can make to eat
from a pumpkin?
