Thatha's Pumpkin
Thatha's Pumpkin
by Lalita Iyer
Ages 4–7Indian author
Tia's grandfather has grown an enormous pumpkin — the biggest he's ever seen. When it's too large to eat alone, Tia must find homes for each little wedge. A gentle story about generosity, sharing, and community.
- Author
- Lalita Iyer
- Age
- Ages 4–7
- Type
- Family, Community, Picture Book
- Language
- English, Tamil
- Publisher
- Karadi Tales
- Readers rate it
- 4.30 / 5 on Amazon India
- In India
- Available
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