Vocabulary
What does the word "pumpkin" mean?
A large, round orange fruit that grows on a vine.
Who is the main character in "Too Many Pumpkins"?
The main character is a woman named Rebecca Estelle.
Why do you think the character planted pumpkins?
She enjoyed gardening and wanted to grow her own food.
What is the setting of the story?
The setting is a rural area with a garden and fields.
Rebecca Estelle planted pumpkin seeds.
Rebecca Estelle planted pumpkin seeds.
What does "harvest" mean?
To gather crops when they are ready to be picked.
What did the character do with the pumpkins?
She had too many pumpkins and didn’t know what to do with them.
What can we infer about the character's feelings towards pumpkins?
At first, she may have been frustrated, but later she learns to appreciate them.
Who are the main characters?
Rebecca Estelle and her pumpkins.
What happened after the pumpkins started to grow?
She noticed that they were growing out of control.
What is a "field"?
An open area of land where crops are grown.
Where did the pumpkins grow?
The pumpkins grew in Rebecca Estelle's garden.
What might happen if the pumpkins are not taken care of?
They might rot or attract pests.
What is the problem in the story?
Rebecca Estelle has too many pumpkins and doesn't know how to use them.
Describe the order of events when the character harvested the pumpkins.
She picked the pumpkins, counted them, and realized she had too many.
Define "scarecrow".
A figure made to look like a person, used to scare away birds from crops.
When did the story take place?
The story takes place during autumn.
How do you think the character felt when she saw the pumpkins grow?
She likely felt surprised and overwhelmed.
What is the solution to the problem?
She shares the pumpkins with her neighbors.
What was the last thing that happened in the story?
She shared the pumpkins with her neighbors and friends.
What does "autumn" refer to?
The season between summer and winter when leaves fall from trees.
Why did the character have too many pumpkins?
She planted too many seeds and they grew abundantly.
What can you infer about the importance of sharing in the story?
Sharing helps solve her problem and brings joy to others.
Describe the theme of the story.
The theme is about generosity and the joy of sharing.
List the sequence of events from planting to sharing the pumpkins.
1) Plant seeds, 2) Pumpkins grow, 3) Harvest pumpkins, 4) Realize there are too many, 5) Share with neighbors.