The Autumn Pumpkin Stories about Friendship

Discover the magic of teamwork in The Autumn Pumpkin! Join Evie, the adventurous young toad, and her clever chipmunk friend, Filbert, on a heartwarming journey to prepare for winter in the enchanting tale, The Autumn Pumpkin. This beautifully illustrated story captures the spirit of friendship and cooperation as Evie and Filbert venture into a wilted garden that once burst with life. When a small pumpkin brings a splash of bright orange to the faded landscape, the duo faces a challenge: how to move it to their cozy burrow? Despite Filbert's self-reliant nature, he realizes that even with Evi's help, they cannot move the pumpkin. Filbert reaches out to Gio, a squirrel who lends a helping paw, enabling them to work together and achieve their intended goal.
The Autumn Pumpkin, designed for young minds aged 3-7, illustrates the value of unity during challenging times. This charming narrative encourages children to value friendship, cooperation, and the beauty found in nature. Share in Evie and Filbert's heartwarming experience, and let your children learn the joy of working together to achieve their goals. The Autumn Pumpkin—an unforgettable story that will warm hearts and inspire young minds!

Ed managed retail stores for over four decades, and his dry sense of humor always added a special touch. With the philosophy that all people should be treated with kindness and respect, he coached his colleagues on the importance of the golden rule. For the majority of his working life, he was focused on bringing joy to two generations of customers at the world's biggest toy store, and he inspired his team to have fun in everything they did. That philosophy still resonates in the hearts and minds of the thousands of lives it has touched. At a new stage in his life, he is sharing his hard-earned knowledge through the Benchmark Legacy Series. These intriguing stories capture the significance of life's choices and their consequences. The tales encourage the reader to reflect on their own life and strive to make a positive change in the lives of those around them.